Região do dão
Created in 1908, the DÃO DOC region is surrounded by mountains that protect the region from cold continental winds and humid Atlantic winds. Its low-fertility soils of granite origin, together with its continental climate, give rise to powerful wines that become subtle and elegant as they age in the bottle.
In this region, we have an important property with 23 hectares of vines:
The Dão DOC region is one of Portugal’s oldest and most respected winemaking areas. Located in the centre of the country, in the province of Beira Alta, this region is known for producing high quality wines with unique characteristics and marked by its diversity of soils and climate.
The Dão DOC is bordered by imposing mountain ranges, such as Serra da Estrela, Serra do Caramulo and Serra da Nave, which protect the region from the Atlantic winds and create a particular microclimate. This climate is characterised by cold, rainy winters followed by hot, dry summers, which favour the slow and balanced ripening of the grapes.
The soils are predominantly granite, with patches of schist and clay, which contribute to the minerality of the wines.
The Dão region is particularly well known for its red wines, which account for the majority of local production. The emblematic grape variety is Touriga Nacional, considered one of the best Portuguese varieties, which gives the wines complex aromas, fine tannins and great ageing capacity. As well as Touriga Nacional, other red grape varieties such as Tinta Roriz, Jaen, Alfrocheiro and Baga are also grown in the region.
The white wines of the Dão, although less well known than the reds, have gained prominence for their freshness and elegance. The Encruzado, Malvasia Fina, Bical and Cercial grape varieties are the most widely used, producing aromatic wines with vibrant acidity and ageing potential.
