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Key regions
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Pairings
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Synonyms
Tinta Negra Mole is a red grape variety, and it traces back to Madeira, Portugal.
Structurally it lands at medium-full body, medium tannin, medium acidity, varies and medium alcohol.
Look for dark fruits, chocolate, toffee, spice, vanilla and herbs.
The regions that matter for it are Madeira.
In the vineyard it is marked by late ripening, moderate vigour and a preference for moderate maritime climate.
It blends readily with Sercial, Bual and Malvasia.
Watch for the synonyms: Tinta de Madeira, Negra Mole and Tinta Mole.
At the table it suits tea-smoked duck, prosciutto-wrapped melon and mature hard cheeses.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Blends well with.
Food pairings.
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Tea-smoked duck
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Prosciutto-wrapped melon
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Mature hard cheeses
Also labelled.
Tinta de Madeira, Negra Mole, Tinta Mole.
Bottles to look for.
- Antonio Macanita and Nuno Faria Dos Villoes Tinta Negra, Madeirense, Portugal
- Antonio Macanita and Nuno Faria Rose dos Villoes Tinta Negra, Madeirense, Portugal
- Arvad Negra Mole Tinto, Vinho Regional Algarve, Portugal
- Atlantis Rose, Madeirense, Portugal
- Barbeito 3 Years Old Medium Sweet, Madeira, Portugal
- Barbeito 5 Year Old Island Rich Sweet Reserva, Madeira, Portugal
- Barbeito 5 Year Old Rainwater Reserva, Madeira, Portugal
- Blandy's Duke of Clarence Rich, Madeira, Portugal
Tinta Negra Mole: common questions
01.What does Tinta Negra Mole taste like?+
Tinta Negra Mole tastes of dark fruits, chocolate, toffee, spice, vanilla and herbs. Structurally it lands at medium-full body, medium tannin, medium acidity, varies and medium alcohol.
02.Where is Tinta Negra Mole from?+
Tinta Negra Mole originates in Madeira, Portugal.
03.Where is Tinta Negra Mole grown?+
The key regions for Tinta Negra Mole are Madeira.
04.What food pairs with Tinta Negra Mole?+
Pour it with tea-smoked duck, prosciutto-wrapped melon and mature hard cheeses.
05.What else is Tinta Negra Mole called?+
Tinta Negra Mole is also labelled Tinta de Madeira, Negra Mole and Tinta Mole.
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of Portugal.