Casa Ferreirinha
Casa Ferreirinha –
the legacy of Dona Antónia in the Douro
Casa Ferreirinha is one of the most influential names in Portuguese winemaking – and has been since the 19th century. Its legacy was founded by Dona Antónia Adelaide Ferreira, an entrepreneur who not only knew the rugged Douro Valley but also helped shape it. She invested in vineyards when others hesitated, laying the foundation for a winery that remains one of Portugal's most important to this day.
The wines reflect what defines the Douro: slate terraces in extreme heat, old Touriga Nacional and Tinta Roriz vines, and fruit that is deep and warm without ever feeling heavy. Barca Velha is considered one of the country's rare benchmark wines – it only appears in exceptional vintages and matures over many years to a complexity that few other Portuguese red wines achieve. Alongside it are more approachable blends like Esteva, which demonstrate the same commitment to craftsmanship but are ready to drink sooner.
Those who open the wines of Casa Ferreirinha will not find polished international wines, but wines with character and origin – ideal with lamb ragout, mature sheep's cheese or a long evening with good bread and olive oil.





