Renowned for its refined red wines, often crafted from the noble Touriga Nacional, the Dão also produces whites of great aromatic expression and freshness, as well as rosés that are vibrant and delicate. Each bottle reflects the harmony between tradition and innovation, shaped by the region’s granite soils, mountain climate, and centuries of winemaking heritage.

Our exclusive hampers bring together the very best of Dão – award-winning wines, authentic grape varieties, and the soul of one of Portugal’s most admired and historic wine regions.

RED WINE CASA DE SANTAR

With a clear appearance, it shows a deep and intense ruby colour. The aroma is dominated by the power of macerated red fruit, blackberry jam, suggesting toasted notes, coffee roast, and balsamic hints from 6 months of aging in barrels. On the palate, it reveals silkiness and a strong presence of ripe fruit, displaying the elegance of a versatile and complete wine. At the table, it pairs well with regional meat dishes, cured meats, game, baked fish, or dense and strong cheeses.

• Grape Varieties: 50% Aragonez, 30% Touriga Nacional, 20% Alfrocheiro
• Ageing: 6 months in second-use French oak barrels
• Aromas: Intense notes of red fruit jam, toasted nuances, and subtle spicy hints
• Taste: Complex, well-structured, elegant, harmonious, with very fine tannins
• Food Pairing: Excellent with red meats, baked fish, pasta, game, and structured cheeses
• Serving Temperature: 18°C

WHITE WINE CASA DE SANTAR

With a bright and crystalline appearance, it shows a citrine colour with slight greenish hints. The aroma is rich, revealing tropical exuberance with notes of mango, stone fruit, peach, and citrus. On the palate, its youth and freshness stand out, balanced with defined acidity, finishing vibrant and persistent. Ideal to pair with lightly seasoned Asian dishes, harmonising perfectly with sushi, sashimi, fish tartare, and white meats.

• Grape Varieties: 40% Encruzado; 30% Malvasia Fina; 30% Bical
• Winemaking: Total destemming, gentle pneumatic pressing, natural static clarification, and alcoholic fermentation at 18°C
• Aromas: Intense tropical and exotic fruits, citrus notes
• Taste: Fruity, fresh, harmonious, with distinctive persistence
• Food Pairing: As an aperitif, with lightly seasoned fish and white meat dishes
• Serving Temperature: 8°C

Wine Hamper

• 1 bottle of Casa de Santar White Wine
• 1 bottle of Casa de Santar Red Wine

Casa de Santar wines have a long-standing historical connection with winemaking. Founded at the end of the 18th century, it is one of the most iconic wineries in the Dão region. These wines are recognised for their tradition, authenticity, and nobility, qualities that make this Dão brand so special and renowned for over 200 years of history.

Next to the Casa de Santar winery, several hectares of vineyards can be seen on the horizon, a rare sight in this part of the country.
The most prestigious plot in Santar is the Vinha dos Amores, a hillside with unique soil and sun exposure characteristics, where the finest Encruzado and Touriga Nacional grapes are cultivated. It is in this terroir that some of Portugal’s most elegant wines were born, earning high scores and awards from national and international critics.

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With a clear appearance, it displays an intense ruby colour. The aroma is dominated by the power of macerated red fruits, blackberry jam, with toasted notes, coffee roast and balsamic hints provided by 6 months of oak ageing. On the palate, it reveals silkiness, a strong presence of ripe fruit, showing the elegance of a versatile and complete wine. At the table, it pairs beautifully with regional meat dishes, charcuterie, game, roasted fish or intense and mature cheeses.

• Producer: Casa de Santar

• Region: Dão, Portugal

• Style: Red Wine

• Grapes: 50% Aragonez, 30% Touriga Nacional, 20% Alfrocheiro

• Bottle Size: 75cl

• Alcohol: 13.5%

• Serving Temperature: 16–18ºC

Vinification
Crushing with full destemming, alcoholic fermentation at 26°C, and prolonged skin maceration.

Maturation
6 months in second-use French oak barrels.

Aromas
Intense notes of red fruit jam, toasted nuances and light spicy touches.

Palate
Complex, well-structured, elegant, harmonious with very fine tannins.

Food Pairing
Pairs well with red meats, baked fish, pasta, game and structured cheeses. Best served at 18ºC.

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Tasting Notes:
Deep garnet colour with slight brownish hues. Intense and complex aroma with high-quality tertiary notes, complemented by hints of spices and dried fruits. On the palate, it is complex, smooth, and well-structured, with a long and persistent finish.

• Producer: Casa de Santar
• Region: Dão, Portugal
• Style: Red Wine
• Grapes: Alicante Bouschet, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Jaen, Alfrocheiro, Tinto Cão
• Bottle Size: 75cl
• Alcohol: 13.5%
• Serving Temperature: 16–18ºC

Winemaking:
Grapes are carefully selected from 8 vineyard plots.

Food Pairing:
Pairs beautifully with red meats, roast beef, and grilled dishes.

Reviews & Awards:
18 points – Revista de Vinhos.

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Food Pairing: In moments of leisure, to accompany various delicacies and to accompany delicate desserts.

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Producer: Casa de Santar

Region:  Dão

Country: Portugal

Wine Style: Red Wine

Grape / Blend: Encruzado

Bottle: 750ml

Alcohol content: 13.5%

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Producer: Casa de Santar

Region:  Dão

Country: Portugal

Wine Style: Red Wine

Grape / Blend: Touriga Nacional

Bottle: 750ml

Alcohol content: 14%

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With an intense garnet colour, notable violet reflections, and a crystalline appearance, this wine transports us to the landscapes of the Dão, revealing the depth of forest notes where humus blends with resin aromas and the power of ripe fruit, blackberry, arando, and blueberry, combined with the exoticism of sweet spices and peppers. The 18-month ageing in French oak barrels imparted silky tannins, making it smooth and velvety without masking the strength of the fruit, creating a powerful and expressive wine representative of the region’s identity.

At the table, it pairs perfectly with regional dishes, game meats, charcuterie, stewed partridge or hare, and earthy mushroom flavours, and has the personality to match conventual desserts and egg-based sweets.

• Producer: Casa de Santar
• Region: Dão, Portugal
• Style: Red Wine
• Grapes: 100% Touriga Nacional
• Bottle Size: 75cl
• Alcohol: 14%
• Serving Temperature: 16–18ºC

Maturation:
18 months in French oak barrels and 6 months in bottle.

Aroma:
Intense and complex, highlighting forest fruits and fully ripe red fruits. Also presents notes of spices and dried fruits.

Taste:
Fruity, smooth, well-structured, with a long and persistent finish.

Food Pairing:
Ideal with matured cheeses and delicacies of structured preparation, such as fatty fish and red meats. Serve at 16–18ºC.

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• Producer: Casa de Santar
• Region:  Dão
• Country: Portugal
• Wine Style: White Wine
• Grape / Blend: Bical / Encruzado / Cerceal
• Bottle: 75cl
• Alcohol content: 14.5%

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