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He's a genuinely gifted winemaker — one who treats wine as a medium for land to speak through, rather than a vehicle for a house style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e'Indie' is a pure expression of terroir, sourced from a single, sustainably farmed vineyard in Alijó, within the Cima Corgo subregion of the Douro. Planted over 70 years ago — vines from the 1950s, in what's genuinely an unlikely site for red wine — the vineyard sits at 510–580 metres altitude, on clay loam soil dominated by blue schist. That altitude helps deliver real freshness and balance to the finished wine, and the vineyard is farmed and managed directly by Luís and his own team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt's a field blend of native varieties — Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca, Tinta Amarela, Rufete, Tinta Barroca and others. Fermentation runs on indigenous yeast, using 100% whole clusters, vinified in square concrete tanks with nothing added beyond a touch of sulfur. 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He discovered a connection to nature early, studied viticulture and enology as a teenager in Bairrada, then spent about seven years training and working in Bordeaux and Burgundy before returning to Portugal to build his professional career in winemaking. Raposo worked closely with Dirk Niepoort for many years and became a key figure at Niepoort’s projects, helping shape both Douro and Vinho Verde programs; he left Niepoort around 2018 to pursue his own labels while maintaining collaborative ties on some projects.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nThe grapes selected for this wine are from the Senhorim Sub-Region.  The age of the vines ranges between 30 and 60 years and are from mostly monovarietal vineyards.  Typical grape varieties from the Dão region are composing this wine, such as Encruzado, Bical and Malvasia fina. The choice of the harvest day is decisive for the type of wine we want to make. The harvest day was on the 10th of September, harvesting only grapes with great potential. 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A field blend of the region's near-forgotten whites: Encruzado, Malvasia Fina, Uva Cão, Rabo de Ovelha, Branda, Barcelo, Douradinha and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhites carry most of their aromatics in the skins, so selection is everything: hand-picked, sorted, gently pressed and gravity-settled, then fermented in French oak, with part of the wine going through malolactic in the 1962 cement vats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight, crystalline citrus in colour. A fresh, mineral profile with the toast of the barrel in tune with a floral, delicate character — sea air, seaweed and white flowers. Tense and vibrant, slightly unctuous, with vivid acidity carrying great elegance and a very long finish of light smoke and salt. 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A living field blend of the region's classics: Tinta Pinheira, Tinta Carvalha, Baga, Touriga Nacional, Jaen and more, co-planted as the old growers intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-harvested with a first sort in the vineyard and a second, strict selection at the cellar; only perfect bunches went by gravity into the winery's 1962 cement vats to ferment naturally with native yeasts. The wine was then split — half aged in those same concrete vats, half in French oak — before a barrel-by-barrel assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright ruby. The nose is deep, austere and mineral, with floral notes, cocoa and forest fruits — pomegranate, raspberry and a subtle thread of sweet tobacco. The palate is fresh, focused, transparent and pure: discreet and elegant yet weighty and substantial, its tannins remarkably silky for so young a wine, carried on real tension and balance. 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Chosen solely for their precision, freshness and delicacy.\r\nAttentive at the time of harvest and after tasting berries again and again in the vines, the grapes were harvested at the right moment of maturation. After a careful selection, they were delicately pressed and fermented slowly at low temperatures, with the aim of respecting the raw material and enhancing the primary aromas. After 10 months we have a balanced white wine with an inexplicable precision and an aromatic freshness worthy of its region. This white wine from 2018 is composed of Arinto, Loureiro and Avesso.\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 8\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\r\n\r\nThere were bottled 1479 bottles of 0.75l and 96 Magnum.\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n \r\n\r\nTasting Note:\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 8\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\r\n\r\nOf citric and crystalline color this wine offers us a complex aroma, where the floral notes of white petal predominate. After some time in the glass and in the background, fresh notes of orange leaf appear. Because it has fermented very slowly and at low temperatures, this wine offers an intense mouth, full of vibrant sensations. 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Consisting of more than 7 white grape varieties, the grapes responsible for this part of the lot are from centuries-old vineyards, with the characteristics of Terras de Senhorim sub-region. The great challenge in these cases is to harvest in its perfect ripeness, taking into account that each grape varieties has its own ripening \"time\".\r\nThe harvest was on 15th of September, after a careful selection, the grapes were pressed with stems, very slowly and the must gently sended to a stainless steel vat. By accurately controlling the temperature, this must fermented with its indigenous yeasts, thus preserving its natural aromas. Its prolonged stage took place in french oak barrels expressly chosen for this.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nWinemaking Vinho Verde:\r\n\r\nThese grapes were harvested from an ancient vineyard in the sub-region of Sousa, a fresh region of rich and granite soils, suited to the style of wine we sought for this blend. Being the date of harvest, the \"Terroir\" and the varieties crucial to the success of this blend, we harvest the varieties of Avesso and Alvarinho on different days. The grapes were carefully transported in 25 kg boxes to the winery, selected with the help of a selection table and sent to the press that gently separated the pulp from the seeds and skins. The must was carefully sent to a stainless steel vat where it slowly fermented with its indigenous yeasts, thus achieving the purest Nature gives us. Because this wine was with its \"fine lees\" since the fermentation, it has a singular character typical of the Avesso and Alvarinho varieties.\r\n2961 bottles and 20 Magnum were bottled.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nTasting Notes:\r\n\r\nOf citric color, in a balanced year like 2018, the white wine D\u0026amp;V-code, shows an exuberant floral aroma, with evident mineral notes. The wood and the mineral aromas of the Dão are in perfect harmony with a citric and floral profile of the Vinho Verde. Of great precision and good acidity, it transmits a genuine freshness and balance, in a long and complex length. The elegance and complexity characteristic of Dão's blend, married to the vibrant vivacity and personality of Vinho Verde, makes a balance wine! Having both regions great potential for aging this wine promises a great longevity.\r\n\r\nTo touch heaven, the producer recommends tasting the wine to the sound of: \"Sete pedaços de vento\" by Cristina Branco.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nFood Suggestions:\r\n\r\nGrilled fish dishes. 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This series of wines is one in which he removes every variable but that of the land itself, and the stark expression of the soil that results is extraordinary. He works exclusively with spontaneous fermentation, native yeasts, and large format tight-grained oak for all the wines in this series. Sustainably farmed single vineyard planted since 1950. 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Decant for an hour prior to serving.\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Luis Seabra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44966807994437,"sku":"LS17XCT C3","price":140.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8644\/4357\/files\/fbb0e392-xisto_cru_tinto_web.jpg?v=1777951266"},{"product_id":"luis-seabra-mono-a-tinto-alfrocheiro-dao-2021","title":"Luis Seabra Mono A Tinto Alfrocheiro Dão 2021","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAfter a decade as winemaker at Niepoort, where he was behind some of the best-known and most highly rated wines to come out of the famed Douro and Port producer, Luís Seabra decided he no longer wanted to make wine to someone else's brief. So he started his own eponymous winery, setting about upending expectations of what Douro wine can be. He's a genuinely gifted winemaker — one who treats wine as a medium for land to speak through, rather than a vehicle for a house style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMade from the local Alfrocheiro variety, this is part of Seabra's ongoing celebration of indigenous grapes — fresh, bright, organically farmed, with no additions. A pure expression of Alfrocheiro, showing dried Mediterranean herbs, black cherry and a balsamic touch on the nose. The palate is medium-bodied and delicate, with super-polished tannin and an elegant, fruit-driven finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePrecise and refreshing, tart with cherry and cranberry, but it's the graphite-like minerality, the sharp cut of fine, emery-board tannin, and a serious dose of alpine herb, bramble and garrigue that really sets this wine apart. The texture sits on a razor's edge — incredibly bright, with exceptional length and fine detail. 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Inspired by traditional Portuguese wine culture, the label itself pays homage to Portugal's iconic ceramic tiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced from a blend of several vineyard parcels, combining both young and old vines aged between 20 and 70 years, Tinto 2020 is built around Alfrocheiro, supported by Tinta Pinheira, Jaen and other indigenous Portuguese grape varieties. The fruit comes from carefully selected growers and reflects António Madeira's commitment to preserving native varieties and regional identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2020 vintage was significantly affected by severe frosts at the end of March, reducing yields across the region. Despite these challenges, the resulting wines display excellent concentration, freshness and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the cellar, the wine was made with minimal intervention. Fermentation took place naturally in open vats using indigenous yeasts, with very gentle extraction to preserve purity and balance. Following pressing, the wine underwent malolactic fermentation and spent 18 months ageing in used 225-litre French oak barrels, allowing complexity to develop while maintaining vibrant fruit expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2020 vintage delivers generous aromas of ripe cherry and blackberry, supported by impressive depth and freshness. The palate reveals layers of inky dark fruit, liquorice and hints of red pepper, balanced by bright acidity and fine structure. Expressive, focused and fruit-driven, it combines immediate appeal with the underlying complexity characteristic of the Dão.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWine Details\u003cbr\u003eProducer: António Madeira\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Dão – Serra da Estrela, Portugal\u003cbr\u003eVintage: 2020\u003cbr\u003eGrape Varieties: Indigenous field blend led by Alfrocheiro, with Tinta Pinheira, Jaen and other native varieties\u003cbr\u003eVineyards: Mix of young and old vineyards\u003cbr\u003eVine Age: 20-70 years\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Granite\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 500 metres\u003cbr\u003eFermentation: Indigenous yeasts, open-vat fermentation\u003cbr\u003eOak Ageing: 18 months in used 225L French oak barrels\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.0%\u003cbr\u003eTotal Acidity: 5.30 g\/L\u003cbr\u003epH: 3.78\u003cbr\u003eProduction: 9,000 bottles\u003cbr\u003eBottled: November 2021\u003cbr\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA versatile table wine that pairs beautifully with lamb, duck, grilled meats, charcuterie and traditional Portuguese codfish dishes, where its fruit purity and savoury complexity can shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout António Madeira\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrench-born and of Portuguese heritage, António Madeira has become one of the leading champions of the modern Dão, restoring historic vineyards throughout the Serra da Estrela and preserving native grape varieties through low-intervention, terroir-focused winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vibrant and characterful Dão red, combining ripe fruit, freshness and old-world complexity in a wine that's equally at home at the dinner table or in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"António Madeira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44966808649797,"sku":"AM20T","price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8644\/4357\/files\/156b3b1f-dao_tinto.jpg?v=1777951266"},{"product_id":"antonio-madeira-dao-vinhas-velhas-tinto-2021","title":"Antonio Madeira Vinhas Velhas Tinto 2021 Dão DOC","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe António Madeira Vinhas Velhas 2021 is the signature wine of the estate and the cuvée that best captures António Madeira's philosophy of preserving the historic vineyards of the Serra da Estrela. Sourced from around 20 small old-vine parcels aged between 50 and 100 years, this field blend showcases the diversity, heritage and complexity of the Dão Highlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blend combines Jaen, Baga, Tinta Amarela and around 20 other native Portuguese grape varieties, many of which are increasingly rare. The 2021 vintage was heavily influenced by more than 100mm of rain during the harvest period, producing wines with ripe fruit, vibrant freshness and notably lower alcohol levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrue to the estate's minimal-intervention philosophy, fermentation occurred naturally in open vats using indigenous yeasts, with very gentle extraction to preserve purity and site expression. The wine then matured for 18 months in used French oak barrels of varying sizes, followed by 6 months in stainless steel, allowing complexity and texture to develop while maintaining freshness and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 opens with brooding floral aromas of red cherry and plum. The palate is layered and expressive, combining bright plummy fruit with fresh acidity and a distinctive mineral, spicy undertow. Beyond the fruit lies a deeper level of complexity, with notes of dried herbs, savoury nuances and stony minerality. Structured and refined, this is a wine with both immediate appeal and the capacity to evolve beautifully in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWine Details\u003cbr\u003eProducer: Antonio Madeira\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Dão – Serra da Estrela, Portugal\u003cbr\u003eVintage: 2021\u003cbr\u003eGrape Varieties: Field blend of Jaen, Baga, Tinta Amarela and approximately 20 other native varieties\u003cbr\u003eVineyards: Around 20 old-vine parcels\u003cbr\u003eVine Age: 50-100 years\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Granite\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 500-600 metres\u003cbr\u003eFarming: Biodynamic (uncertified)\u003cbr\u003eFermentation: Indigenous yeasts, traditional open-vat fermentation\u003cbr\u003eAgeing: 18 months in used French oak (600L, 500L, 400L \u0026amp; 225L), plus 6 months in stainless steel\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 12.1%\u003cbr\u003eTotal Acidity: 5.86 g\/L\u003cbr\u003epH: 3.62\u003cbr\u003eProduction: 11,300 bottles\u003cbr\u003eBottled: December 2023\u003cbr\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn excellent match for roast lamb, duck, game birds, chargrilled meats and traditional Portuguese codfish dishes, where its freshness, savoury complexity and mineral character can take centre stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCellaring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of old-vine concentration, natural acidity and layered structure makes Vinhas Velhas 2021 a wine capable of rewarding medium to long-term cellaring, developing additional complexity over the next decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA benchmark Dão red that perfectly expresses the freshness, minerality and old-vine character of the Serra da Estrela, combining vibrant fruit with depth, structure and remarkable authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"António Madeira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44966808846405,"sku":"AM21VVT","price":106.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8644\/4357\/files\/5a4d61eb-vinhas_velhas.jpg?v=1777951266"},{"product_id":"pato-wouters-nossa-calcario-bical-branco-2022","title":"Pato \u0026 Wouters Nossa Calcario Bical Branco 2022","description":"This wine shows aromas of pears with shy herbal and pine cone notes. 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Named after the humble vineyard tool shed rather than a grand château, A Palheira represents a \"Premier Cru\" tier between the village-level Vinhas Velhas and António Madeira's rare single-vineyard Grand Cru wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from three of the finest old vineyards farmed by António Madeira, ranging from 60 to 100 years of age, the 2019 release was bottled separately because the quality of these parcels was simply too exceptional to be blended into the estate's Vinhas Velhas cuvée. Dominated by Baga and supported by a field blend of around 20 native Portuguese varieties, A Palheira captures the freshness, minerality and authenticity of the Serra da Estrela.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 vintage was an excellent year, producing fresh, ripe fruit and marking the estate's second vintage under biodynamic farming. Winemaking remained deliberately hands-off, with spontaneous fermentation in traditional open lagar fermenters using indigenous yeasts and minimal extraction. The wine then matured for 18 months in seasoned French and Austrian oak barrels (225L and 600L), allowing complexity to build while maintaining purity of fruit and terroir expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeeply coloured yet strikingly fresh and expressive, A Palheira 2019 showcases the classic structure and character of Baga. Layers of cherry and blackberry fruit are woven through a framework of mineral and saline complexity, with notes of dried herbs and liquorice adding depth and intrigue. 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Considered a potential \"Grand Cru\" of the Dão, this unique site contains an extraordinary mosaic of around five different granite soil types, with variations in colour and texture across the parcel contributing to the wine's complexity, energy and mineral character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 vintage was an excellent growing season, producing fresh, ripe fruit with outstanding balance and purity. Built around a traditional field blend of Jaen, Baga and Tinta Amarela, which account for approximately 60% of the blend, the remaining 40% is made up of around twenty native Portuguese grape varieties, including Alicante Bouschet, Negro Mouro and Tinta Pinheira.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted with a minimal-intervention philosophy, fermentation took place naturally in traditional open lagar fermenters using indigenous yeasts and very gentle extraction. Following pressing, the wine was matured for 18 months in a used 500-litre oak barrel, allowing the vineyard's character and mineral complexity to remain at the forefront. The wine was bottled in August 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautifully expressive and terroir-driven wine, opening with a floral, sappy nose and lifted aromatics. The palate is fresh, bright and elegant, displaying supple raspberry and cherry fruit, subtle herbal nuances and a touch of peach-like richness. Juicy acidity, fine precision and beautifully resolved tannins carry through to a focused, pure and energetic finish. A compelling expression of the classic character of the Serra da Estrela.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWine Details\u003cbr\u003eProducer: António Madeira\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Dão – Serra da Estrela, Portugal\u003cbr\u003eVintage: 2019\u003cbr\u003eVineyard: Single vineyard\u003cbr\u003eVine Age: Approximately 100 years\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Granite, with multiple granite soil types across the site\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 500 metres\u003cbr\u003eGrape Varieties: Field blend of Jaen, Baga, Tinta Amarela (approx. 60%) and 20 other native varieties\u003cbr\u003eFarming: Biodynamic (uncertified)\u003cbr\u003eFermentation: Indigenous yeasts, traditional open lagar fermentation\u003cbr\u003eAgeing: 18 months in a used 500L oak barrel\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 12.9%\u003cbr\u003eTotal Acidity: 5.86 g\/L\u003cbr\u003epH: 3.78\u003cbr\u003eProduction: Only 670 bottles\u003cbr\u003eBottled: August 2021\u003cbr\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn ideal match for lamb, duck, roast poultry, white meats and traditional Portuguese codfish dishes, where its freshness, minerality and savoury complexity can shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout António Madeira\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrench-born and of Portuguese heritage, António Madeira has dedicated himself to restoring and preserving some of the oldest vineyards of the Serra da Estrela. Through biodynamic farming, indigenous fermentations and the rescue of forgotten native grape varieties, he has become one of the Dão's most influential and respected producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare single-vineyard Dão red that combines ancient vines, complex granite terroir and remarkable purity, delivering a compelling expression of one of the Serra da Estrela's great vineyard sites.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"António Madeira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44966812188741,"sku":"AM19OGT","price":165.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8644\/4357\/files\/501b7a79-AM19OGT_Fixed.png?v=1777951267"},{"product_id":"antonio-madeira-vinha-da-serra-dao-serra-da-estrela-tinto-2019","title":"Antonio Madeira Vinha da Serra Tinto 2019 Dão DOC","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe António Madeira Vinha da Serra 2019 is one of the most exclusive wines produced in the Dão, sourced from a tiny 100-year-old vineyard perched at 600 metres altitude in the Serra da Estrela. Situated on a west-facing hillside, the site enjoys a unique balance of mountain freshness and ripening afternoon sun, producing a wine of remarkable harmony, energy and finesse. Described by António Madeira as \"my Musigny\", this extraordinary vineyard yielded just one 225-litre barrel in 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDominated by Tinta Amarela (60%), alongside Jaen (20%), Baga (9%), Tinta Pinheira (8%) and several other native varieties, Vinha da Serra is a true reflection of the historic field blends that define the Serra da Estrela. António regards Tinta Amarela as the \"Pinot Noir of the Dão\" for its ability to express place with elegance, perfume and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 vintage was a superb year, delivering fresh, ripe fruit and exceptional balance. Fermentation took place naturally in open vats with indigenous yeasts and minimal extraction to preserve the vineyard's identity. 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Focused, linear and serious, the wine combines elegance with depth, finishing with purity, persistence and outstanding ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWine Details\u003cbr\u003eProducer: António Madeira\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Dão – Serra da Estrela, Portugal\u003cbr\u003eVintage: 2019\u003cbr\u003eVineyard: Single high-altitude vineyard, west-facing\u003cbr\u003eVine Age: Approximately 100 years\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Granite\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 600 metres\u003cbr\u003eGrape Varieties: Tinta Amarela (60%), Jaen (20%), Baga (9%), Tinta Pinheira (8%) and other native varieties\u003cbr\u003eFarming: Biodynamic (uncertified)\u003cbr\u003eFermentation: Indigenous yeasts, traditional open vats\u003cbr\u003eOak Maturation: 18 months in a used 225L French oak barrel\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 12.3%\u003cbr\u003eTotal Acidity: 6.12 g\/L\u003cbr\u003epH: 3.62\u003cbr\u003eProduction: Only 300 bottles\u003cbr\u003eBottled: July 2021\u003cbr\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional partner for lamb, duck, game birds and traditional Portuguese dishes, where its freshness, purity and fine structure can shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCellaring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile already beautifully expressive, the wine's acidity, structure and concentration suggest a long future ahead. 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Widely regarded as a potential \"Grand Cru\" site of the Dão, this tiny parcel is distinguished by an extraordinary diversity of granite soils, with around five distinct granite types varying in colour, texture and composition across the vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2020 growing season was heavily impacted by severe frosts at the end of March, reducing yields significantly and resulting in just 880 bottles being produced. Despite the challenges, the vintage delivered a wine of impressive energy, minerality and site expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine is a traditional field blend built around Jaen, Baga and Tinta Amarela, which together account for approximately 60% of the blend, supported by around 20 additional native Portuguese varieties including Alicante Bouschet, Negro Mouro and Tinta Pinheira. Fermentation took place naturally in traditional open lagar fermenters using indigenous yeasts, with minimal extraction to preserve purity and finesse. The wine was then matured for 18 months in a used 500-litre oak barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautifully expressive and terroir-driven, Os Granitos 2020 opens with a floral, lifted and savoury nose. The palate is fresh, bright and elegant, revealing layers of raspberry and cherry fruit, subtle green herbal nuances and a touch of peach-like richness. 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His wines are celebrated for their freshness, salinity, elegance and profound sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fascinating single-vineyard Dão red that combines ancient vines, complex granite terroir and exceptional purity, offering a compelling expression of one of the Serra da Estrela's most distinctive vineyard sites.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"António Madeira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44966812352581,"sku":"AM20OGT","price":204.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8644\/4357\/files\/d1f67722-AM20OGT_Fixed.png?v=1777951266"},{"product_id":"antonio-madeira-vinha-da-serra-dao-serra-da-estrela-tinto-2020","title":"Antonio Madeira Vinha da Serra Tinto 2020 Dão DOC","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe António Madeira Vinha da Serra 2020 is one of the rarest wines produced by the estate, sourced from a tiny 100-year-old vineyard perched at 600 metres altitude in the Serra da Estrela. 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This extraordinary field blend of around 20 native Portuguese grape varieties captures the heritage, diversity and mineral character of the Dão Highlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2020 growing season was marked by severe frosts at the end of March, significantly reducing yields across the region. Despite these challenges, the surviving fruit delivered exceptional concentration and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the wine is a blend led by Síria, Fernão Pires, Bical, Encruzado, Malvasia Fina, Arinto and Cerceal, supported by numerous lesser-known indigenous varieties preserved within these ancient vineyards. Guided by a minimal-intervention philosophy, the fruit was gently pressed and settled naturally before undergoing an exceptionally slow 10-month fermentation in a combination of 500L barrels and stainless steel tanks using indigenous yeasts. 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