Negra Mole

About this grape variety

The Algarve's signature red grape, Negra Mole is among Portugal's oldest cultivated varieties. Wines are pale ruby in colour, light- to medium-bodied, with soft tannin, red-fruit and herbal notes, and gentle acidity. Once thought identical to Tinta Negra of Madeira, DNA testing shows they are distinct. Quality producers in the Algarve (Morgado do Quintão, Monte da Casteleja) have championed Negra Mole as the grape that best expresses the region's coastal terroir.

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Frequently asked questions

How many Negra Mole wines can I compare on Wine Radar?

Wine Radar compares prices for wines made from Negra Mole across Portuguese online retailers — 55 in the catalogue.

Which regions produce Negra Mole wines?

Negra Mole wines on Wine Radar come mainly from Algarve, Madeira, Alentejo.

What is Negra Mole?

The Algarve's signature red grape, Negra Mole is among Portugal's oldest cultivated varieties. Wines are pale ruby in colour, light- to medium-bodied, with soft tannin, red-fruit and herbal notes, and gentle acidity. Once thought identical to Tinta Negra of Madeira, DNA testing shows they are distinct. Quality…