Wine production in the Dão region dates back thousands of years, and unlike most Portuguese regions, here white wines (especially Encruzado) are the region's most representative wines, with reds taking a back seat.
However, Dão reds are a must for lovers of elegant and subtle wines, as the region is known as the ‘Burgundy of Portugal’.
It has resisted the trend towards international grape varieties, and most producers have focused on preserving the region's native varieties, such as Alfrocheiro, Jaen, Touriga Nacional and Tinta Roriz.
In addition to these four main red grape varieties, the Dão wine heritage is quite extensive. Baga has a significant presence, as does Rufete (or Tinta Pinheira). Alvarelhão, Bastardo, Tinto Cão, Trincadeira Preta (Tinta Amarela), Marufo (Mourisco), Malvasia Preta (Moreto), Cornifesto and many others are found in the old vineyards that safeguard the region's wine heritage.
Combining these grape varieties with the climate and soils, the Dão is undoubtedly a region born for wine, where reds with freshness, aromatic richness and remarkable balance are produced.
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