Dão Álvaro Castro 2022 Dão Red Wine 75cl
Description
Dão Álvaro Castro 2019 is a red wine that faithfully represents the tradition and elegance of the Dão region, with a fresh, balanced and very gastronomic profile. Produced with typical grape varieties from the region, such as Touriga Nacional, Jaen, Alfrocheiro and Tinta Roriz , this blend reflects the classic style of producer Álvaro Castro , one of the most respected names in Portuguese viticulture.
The grapes come from vineyards that are 15 to 30 years old , planted at an altitude of 500 meters , in granite soils with clay and sand lines . The wine is aged for 12 months in second-use French Allier oak barrels , giving it structure, elegance and a very balanced profile.
Tasting Notes
👃 Aroma: Intense and fine, with notes of ripe red fruit , spices and subtle hints of toasted wood.
👅 Mouth: Soft and enveloping, with present fruit, soft and well-integrated tannins , and an acidity that provides freshness and persistence in the aftertaste.
Technical Specifications
- Region: Dão DOC
- Producer: Alvaro Castro
- Grape varieties: 30% Touriga Nacional, 25% Jaen, 25% Alfrocheiro, 20% Tinta Roriz
- Vineyards: 15 to 30 years old, 5000 vines/hectare
- Soil: Granite with clay and sand
- Altitude: 500 meters
- Pruning: Guyot
- Winemaking: Stainless steel vats with controlled temperature
- Aging: 12 months in Allier barrels (2nd year)
- Alcohol Content: 13% vol.
- Total Acidity: 5.75 g/L
- pH: 3.72
- Total SO₂: 65 mg/L
Pairing and Serving Suggestions
🍗 Ideal with roast meats, traditional oven dishes, cold cuts and cured cheeses.
🌡 Serving Temperature: 16-18ºC
Why choose Dão Álvaro Castro 2019?
✔️ Produced by one of the most respected names in Dão
✔️ Classic blend with native grapes
✔️ Balanced, gastronomic profile with identity
✔️ Perfect for everyday life and for the Portuguese table
🔗 Buy Dão Álvaro Castro 2019 now and discover the natural sophistication of Dão wines! 🍷✨
