Lafões

Overview

Lafões is a small Indicação de Proveniência Regulamentada nestled just north of the Dão in north-central Portugal. Its mountainous landscape and granite soils create a cool, continental climate that preserves acidity and produces fresh, bright wines. Production is limited, with only a handful of growers.

Red wines are based on Amaral and Jaen, giving light to medium-bodied, fragrant reds, while whites are made from Arinto, Cerceal, and Rabo de Ovelha. Lafões wines share Dão's granite elegance but tend toward a lighter, more delicate expression.

Key Varietals

• ArintoProvides crisp acidity, citrus, and mineral freshness to Lafões white wines.
• JaenA local red variety giving soft, perfumed, lightly textured reds in the cool mountain climate.
• AmaralA traditional red grape contributing bright red fruit and freshness to regional blends.
• Rabo de OvelhaAdds body, floral fruit, and texture to white blends from granite soils.