One of the major Douro grapes, Touriga Franca was formerly known as Touriga Francesa until the French objected. Further south in the relatively cool conditions of Estremadura it makes this very perfumed wine, with a slight green character. It leaves very firm, dry tannins in the mouth. Would benefit from a year’s aging. Imported by Grape Expectations (CA). ——R.V.(3/1/2006)—— 88