Alfrocheiro

Say it: ahl-froo-SHAY-roo

An important Dão blending grape that is increasingly bottled on its own for its bright fruit and good colour.

In the glassStrawberry, blackberry, spice; deep colour with balanced acidity.

Wines made with Alfrocheiro

Dão Red

Red

Dão DOC Tinto

Elegant, fresh reds from granite soils. Often called Portugal’s answer to Burgundy for their finesse and ability to age. Touriga Nacional, Jaen and Alfrocheiro are the classic trio.

Critics: up to 91 pts

Alentejo Red

Red

Alentejo DOC Tinto

Ripe, round, generous reds from a sunny inland plain, with soft tannins and dark fruit. Easy to enjoy young; the best estates make powerful wines that age well.

Critics: up to 92 pts

Producers to try

Quinta dos Roques

Mangualde · Dão

A family estate that helped lead the Dão’s quality revival with single-variety Encruzado and Touriga Nacional.

Quinta dos Carvalhais

Mangualde · Dão

Sogrape’s Dão estate, home of the long-running Duque de Viseu brand and fine single-variety wines.