At a glance

Producer

Casa Ferreirinha

Region

Douro, Portugal

Grape variety

Blend primarily of Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$70-$90

Tasting profile

Fresh black fruit, blackberry, dark cherry, with floral violet notes and mineral undertones

Evolution: Over the next decade, will develop complex notes of earth, leather, tobacco, and spice

At peak: Silky, deeply layered with harmonized ripe tannins and balanced acidity, long finish

Structure

Acidity

Bright to medium-high acidity providing freshness and aging ability

Tannins

Firm, grippy tannins typical of premium Douro reds

Alcohol

Approximately 14.0%-14.5%

Aging potential

20+ years under proper cellaring conditions

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2030 to 2052

Optimal window

2028 to 2055

Current status

Approaching early drinking window, very good for aging

Current condition

Youthful tannins with good structure, lively acidity, not yet fully integrated

The 2020 vintage in Douro was very strong with excellent ripeness but balanced acidity, allowing this wine a long maturation period. Structured tannins and dense fruit suggest a peak window starting around 8 years post vintage and lasting well over a decade for optimal expression.

Food pairing

Pairs excellently with grilled red meats, hearty stews, game birds, rich mushroom dishes, and aged hard cheeses.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — Decanting helps soften the firm tannins and enhances aromatic complexity in youth.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Casa Ferreirinha employs modern water conservation methods, integrated pest management, and renewable energy sources in part of production. Packaging uses responsibly sourced materials.

While not fully organic certified, Casa Ferreirinha demonstrates strong sustainable farming practices with attention to minimizing environmental impact and efficient energy and water use. Efforts are ongoing to improve certifications and reduce carbon footprint further.