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There are over 100 varietals that can be used for making port, but the five most widely used varietals are Tinta Barroca, Tinta Cao, Tinta Roriz (Tempranillo), Touriga Francesa, and Touriga Nacional. These are all red varietals. Other varietals are used for white port.

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