Current releases from Dão legend Antonio Madeira
I’ve reported on Antonio Madeira and his wines before in detail. He’s one of the most important producers in the Dão region of Portugal. These are the latest releases, tasted at Simplesmente Vinho in Porto, February 2026.
Antonio Madeira Branco 2023 Dão, Portugal
Old vine field blend. All his whites spend one year in barrel and one year in steel. Complex and nicely structured, with lively pear and citrus fruit. Really good. 93/100
Antonio Madeira A Liberdade Branco 2023 Dão, Portugal
30 y old vines. No added sulfites. Concentrated and fine crystalline citrus real depth but also great acidity. Brilliant. 95/100
Antonio Madeira Vinhas Velhas Branco 2023 Dão, Portugal
50-130 year old vines, field blend. Powerful, rich and intense with lovely pear and peach fruit. Some crystalline citrus, too. 96/100
Antonio Madeira Tinto 2023 Dão, Portugal
Stony vivid and juicy with strawberry and raspberry fruit. Grainy with a bit of grip, and a sour cherry finish. 92/100
Antonio Madeira Vinhas Velhas Tinto 2022 Dão, Portugal
Juicy and grainy with nice grip to the refined raspberry and redcurrant fruit. Lovely intensity here. 94/100
