Malvasia Preta
Red wine grape variety
Also known as Black Malvasia Portugal
Malvasia Preta is a red wine grape with signature aromas of blackberry, red plum, spice note. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium tannin, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Touriga Franca and Trincadeira.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Anchor on blackberry-plum fruit with floral-spice lift.
- Check frame as medium tannin with moderate acidity.
Confidence signals
- Malvasia Preta profile
- Medium tannin with medium acidity
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Douro · Dao · Beira Interior
- Classic styles: Historic Portuguese black-berried Malvasia branch used in both dry and fortified regional blends · Fresh dark-fruit profile with medium tannin and savory spice line
Common questions
Is Malvasia Preta a red or white grape variety?
Malvasia Preta is a red wine grape variety.
What does Malvasia Preta smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Malvasia Preta include blackberry, red plum and spice note. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium tannin, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Malvasia Preta?
Documented tells for Malvasia Preta: Anchor on blackberry-plum fruit with floral-spice lift. and Check frame as medium tannin with moderate acidity..
What is Malvasia Preta most often confused with in blind tasting?
Malvasia Preta is most commonly confused with Touriga Franca, Trincadeira and Castelao. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Malvasia Preta grown?
Classic regions for Malvasia Preta include Douro, Dao and Beira Interior.