WINE DESCRIPTION
Casa de Santar, a grand historic family manor and the region's largest private estate, boasts 120 hectares of vineyards divided into separate varietal plantings (favoring quality). Winemaking dates back to 1616, making it a venerable producer. The estate employs French oak from Seguin Moreau and American oak from Nadalie, being the region's pioneer in barrique usage. They cultivate a mix of grape varieties, including Touriga Nacional, Alfrocheiro, Tinta Roriz for reds, and Arinto, Cercial, Encruzado for whites. Pedro de Vasconcellos e Souza oversees winemaking, with an annual production of 1 million liters from a 3-million-liter capacity winery. The wines are consistently reliable, with Touriga Nacional as the standout varietal.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Casa de Santar Dão is a renowned wine from the Dão region in Portugal.This wine is known for its exceptional quality and unique characteristics.
On the nose, Casa de Santar Dão offers a delightful bouquet of ripe red fruits, such as cherries and raspberries, accompanied by subtle floral notes. There is also a hint of spice, adding complexity to the aroma profile.
The palate of Casa de Santar Dão is rich and well-structured, with velvety tannins that provide a smooth and elegant mouthfeel. The flavors of red fruits continue to shine through, complemented by a touch of oak that adds depth and a pleasant vanilla undertone.
This wine displays a good balance between fruitiness and acidity, resulting in a refreshing and harmonious finish. It pairs wonderfully with a variety of dishes, including roasted meats, game, and aged cheeses.
EXPERT RATING
3.8
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (2)
Touriga Nacional
Aragonez
ORIGINS
Winery: Casa de Santar
Region: Dao
The Dao wine region is located in central Portugal, south of the Douro Valley. It is known for producing high-quality red wines made from indigenous grape varieties such as Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, and Alfrocheiro. The region has a long history of winemaking, dating back to the Roman times.CUSTOMER RATING
4.0
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