Tavira is a
Portuguese wine region centered on the
Tavira Municipality in the
Algarve region. The region has
Portugal's highest
wine classification as a ''
Denominação de Origem Controlada'' (DOC). Extending to the
Spanish border, the region is flanked on the west by the
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Grapes
The principal grape varietals of the Tavira region include
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See also
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List of Portuguese wine regions
References
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Wine regions of Portugal
Portuguese products with protected designation of origin