Antonio Madeira Tinto 2020 Dão DOC

The António Madeira Tinto 2020 is the estate's interpretation of a classic vin de soif — a wine crafted for enjoyment and drinkability, yet carrying the depth, complexity and sense of place that define the wines of the Serra da Estrela. Inspired by traditional Portuguese wine culture, the label itself pays homage to Portugal's iconic ceramic tiles.

Produced 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.

The 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.

In 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.

Tasting Notes

The 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.

Wine Details
Producer: António Madeira
Region: Dão – Serra da Estrela, Portugal
Vintage: 2020
Grape Varieties: Indigenous field blend led by Alfrocheiro, with Tinta Pinheira, Jaen and other native varieties
Vineyards: Mix of young and old vineyards
Vine Age: 20-70 years
Soil: Granite
Altitude: 500 metres
Fermentation: Indigenous yeasts, open-vat fermentation
Oak Ageing: 18 months in used 225L French oak barrels
Alcohol: 14.0%
Total Acidity: 5.30 g/L
pH: 3.78
Production: 9,000 bottles
Bottled: November 2021
Food Pairing

A 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.

About António Madeira

French-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.

A 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.