{{Short description|Variety of grape}} {{redirect|Trincadeira|the white Portuguese wine grape also known as Trincadeira|Trajadura}}

{{Infobox grape variety | name = Tinta Amarela | image = Tinta amarella Viala et Vermorel.jpg | caption = Tinta Amarela in Viala & Vermorel | color = Noir | species = ''Vitis vinifera'' | also_called = <!-- See list of synonyms --> | origin = Portugal | pedigree0 = | regions = | notable_wines = }} '''Tinta Amarela''' or '''Trincadeira''' is a red wine grape that is commonly used in Port wine production. The grape is noted for its dark coloring. Its use in the Douro region has been increasing in recent years. The vine is susceptible to rot and performs better in dry, hot climates.<ref name="Sotheby pg 335">T. Stevenson ''"The Sotheby's Wine Encyclopedia"'' pg 335 Dorling Kindersley 2005 {{ISBN|0-7566-1324-8}}</ref>

It is one of the most widely planted grape varieties in Portugal. It is the oldest and most widely planted grape variety in the Alentejo region, where it is called Trincadeira. The wine tends to be full-bodied and rich, with aromas of blackberries, herbs and flowers.

==See also== *List of Port wine grapes *List of Portuguese grape varieties

==References== {{reflist}} {{Wines}} Category:Red wine grape varieties

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