What makes Portugal special is the abundance of indigenous grape varieties cultivated by small family wineries that abound in the rugged terrain.These wines consistently over-deliver for their affordable prices compared to flashier regions, which makes it easy to explore a variety of wines from throughout the country. If you like lighter, aromatic white wines, try Vinho Verde or Fernão Pires—a white grape that will remind you of aromatic Sauvignon Blanc. Spanish Albariño translates to Alvarinho here, and pairs just as swimmingly with fresh seafood. If you like rich, full-bodied red wines try the dry wines from the Douro or Alentejo region, but for a structured, tannic wine, look no further than the Baga grape.