Trincadeira is an indigenous grape variety that is widespread in Portugal. It is often found in the country under the name Tinta Amarela. However, the name also often causes misunderstandings as it is also used for other types of red wine in the country. The origin of the true Trincadeira is believed to be north of Lisbon or in the Alentejo, but its origins are obscure. The Trincadeira is quite difficult to grow because in its training you have to find a good balance between vigor, fertility and yield. It is also very susceptible to powdery mildew and fungal diseases in general, but also to black and sour rot. Despite all these difficulties, the Trincadeira produces quite good wines when the grapes are allowed to fully ripen and the yields are moderate. As a rule, the wines are intended to be drunk young, but wines aged in barriques definitely have a certain maturity and aging potential. It is often blended with Aragones (Tempranillo) or Touriga Nacional. Although Trincadeira is represented in many wine-growing regions, its cultivation focuses on the Alentejo, Douro and Tejo regions. The variety is not yet found outside of Portugal.
This grape variety is also known by the name of:
Castelao De Cova Da Beira, Black Portugal, Espadeiro Tinto, Crato Tinto, Crato Preto, Espadeiro, Espadeiro Do Sul, Folha De Abobora, Murteira, Espadeiro De Setubal, Padeiro Bravo, Rabo De Ovelha Tinto, Malvasia Rey, Moreto Mortagua, Mourisco Vero, Mourisco Branco, Mourteira, Negreda, Mourteiro, Torneiro, Preto Martinho, Tinta Manuola, Rosete Espanhol, Rosete Espalhado, Trincadeira Preta, Tinta Amarela, Tinta Amarella, Tinta Amerelha, Tinta Carvallera
