Portuguese Red Blend by Dorina Lindemann

The Story

Dorina Lindemann's wines are shaped by an unusual balance. The estate was founded by her German father after he was shipwrecked off the Portuguese coast and fell in love with the region. Dorina, who trained at the prestigious Geisenheim, joined in the 1990's.

The estate brings Northern European rigour to the generous flavours of the Alentejo. Precision, patience, and restraint sit alongside sun and warmth.

Today, Dorina runs Plansel with her daughters, forming a quietly confident women-led winery. Their wines reflect that dual heritage: disciplined yet expressive, structured yet generous — proof that when careful hands meet a bold landscape, something distinctive emerges.

Dorina Lindemann’s entry level Alentejo red shows what these native varieties can do when they’re not just thrown into fortified wine. It achieves 4 out of 5 on Vivino.

The Wine

• Producer: Dorina Lindemann
• Region: Alentejo, Portugal
• Vintage: 2022
• Grape Varieties: Touriga Nacional, Tinta Barroca, Touriga Franca
• ABV: 14% ABV
• Vol: 750ml 
• Tasting note: Juicy black fruits, soft tannins with a touch of spice and the Touriga Franca lends orange blossom notes. 

Food Pairing

Pair with grilled meats, pasta, pizza, or hard cheeses — a juicy, easy-drinking Alentejo red made for relaxed meals and by-the-glass pouring.