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Tavira is a special area in Portugal where certain types of wine are made. It's located around the town of Tavira Municipality in the sunny Algarve region, which is in the south of Portugal.

This region has the highest quality rating for its wines in Portugal, called Denominação de Origem Controlada (DOC). Think of DOC as a special stamp of approval that means the wine follows strict rules about how it's made and where its grapes come from, ensuring it's a top-quality product from that specific area. The Tavira wine region stretches all the way to the border with Spain. On its western side, it's next to another wine region called Lagoa DOC.

What Grapes Grow in Tavira?

The main types of grapes grown in the Tavira region are Crato Branco, Negra Mole, and Periquita. These grapes are carefully grown to make the unique wines of this area.

Want to Learn More?

You can find more information about Tavira wine for kids in Spanish here: Tavira (vino) para niños
List of Portuguese wine regions

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