Samarrinho Tinto
Red wine grape variety
Also known as VIVC 10642, Camarrinho Preto, Samarrinho Preto line
Samarrinho Tinto is a red wine grape with signature aromas of red berry freshness, red fruit, dark fruit. Structure: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium tannin, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Caino Bravo and Borrac…
Recognition cues
First checks
- Anchor on bright berry freshness in moderate structure.
- Check frame as medium body with medium tannin and medium-plus acidity.
Confidence signals
- Samarrinho Tinto profile
- Rare black-accession marker
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Northern Portugal · Douro collections · heritage vineyards
- Classic styles: Rare Portuguese black grape documented in VIVC as distinct from white Samarrinho records · Medium red with fresh acidity, moderate tannin, and bright berry profile
Common questions
Is Samarrinho Tinto a red or white grape variety?
Samarrinho Tinto is a red wine grape variety.
What does Samarrinho Tinto smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Samarrinho Tinto include red berry freshness, red fruit and dark fruit. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium tannin, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Samarrinho Tinto?
Documented tells for Samarrinho Tinto: Anchor on bright berry freshness in moderate structure. and Check frame as medium body with medium tannin and medium-plus acidity..
What is Samarrinho Tinto most often confused with in blind tasting?
Samarrinho Tinto is most commonly confused with Caino Bravo, Borracal and Padeiro. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Samarrinho Tinto grown?
Classic regions for Samarrinho Tinto include Northern Portugal, Douro collections and heritage vineyards.