Portuguese wineries perfectly combine old world charm and youthful enthusiasm, making it a wine lover’s dream destination.
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Therefore, plan a wine tasting trip to the Portuguese wine regions. Furthermore, indulge in the delicious wine Portuguese wines and scenic landscapes.
The Spectacular Portuguese Wineries
Porto Augusto’s
As far back as the 1970’s, Porto Augusto’s has been in the Port wine industry as suppliers. However, in 2014 the winery launched its own Port brand, Porto Augusto’s. Today, this family-owned winery is one of the remaining independent Portuguese Port wine companies.
The winery only sells its Port to walk-in consumers and doesn’t export or sell to supermarkets, therefore, Porto Augusto’s wine is exclusive. So, the only way to get the delicious wine is to visit, take a tour, taste and buy what you enjoy. The short tour informs guests about the Port production process and introduces them to the different varieties of port. Furthermore, unlike some Portuguese wineries, if guests buy a bottle of wine, they deduct the tasting fee from the price of the bottle.
Part of the winery’s charm is that it’s away from the tourist-beaten track since its hidden away in an alley off the riverfront in Gaia. So, the tours are intimate, the staff attentive and they do not rush you through the tasting. Moreover, the winery is open until 7 pm, guests have all day to taste varieties of wine. Also, dogs are welcome.
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For example, Quinta do Bofim Douro received a perfect 100 points from Wine Spectator. As well as the Dow’s 2011 Vintage Port as the Nº 1 Wine of the Year in 2014.
Adega Mayor
Driven by his enormous passion for wine and his native home, Commander Rui Nabeiro founded Adega Mayor in 2002. The winery uses grapes from its vineyards to produce Garrafeira do Comendador, Touriga Nacional, Monte Mayor and Reserva do Comendador wines. Thus producing high-quality Portuguese wines with a strong personality, that renews with elegance the Alentejo winemaking tradition.
The winery designed by the famous Portuguese architect Siza Vieira is a highlight in modern winery architecture. It blends perfectly with the rural vineyard and olive grove, creating a calming ambiance that enhances guests wine tasting experience. In fact, the winery is very popular among Oenophiles and architects, because no other Portuguese wineries have a similar winery.
The tour begins in the auditorium with a movie which describes the history of the estate and the winemaking process. After watching the short movie, a guide takes guests through the cellars and vinification areas. Here, guests heighten their ability to identify the various aspects of wine by smelling the various scents on display. Such as flowers, oaks, spices and fruit skins, by smelling the scents, guests are put in the mood for the wine tasting. Wine tasting takes place on the terrace overlooking the stunning views of the lake and manicured lawns.
Adega Mayor offers guests an opportunity to do more than taste wine, by hosting many events throughout the year. The events include grape harvesting in summer, hot-air balloon rides, bird watching, country bike rides and picnic spots.
Quinta do Bomfim
The winery founded in 1896 by the Symington family is in the Portuguese wine regions of the Upper Douro Valley. Because of years spent caring for the vineyards, gaining knowledge and perfecting winemaking skills, the winery is one of the leading port producing Portuguese wineries. In fact, Quinta do Bomfim wine accounts for approximately 32% of all the country’s premium Port categories. Including, Dow’s, Graham’s, Warre’s and Cockburn’s.
Quinta do Bofim produce Douro DOC wines, in particular, the Symington Douro Altano range, Quinta do Vesúvio and Quinta do Ataíde. As well as, Prazo de Roriz, Chryseia and Post Scriptum, which the winery produces in partnership with the Prats family of Bordeaux. In fact, Quinta do Bofim Douro is of such superior quality it often receives top awards in competitions and from wine critics. For example, Quinta do Bofim Douro received a perfect 100 points from Wine Spectator. As well as the Dow’s 2011 Vintage Port as the Nº 1 Wine of the Year in 2014.
Quinta do Bomfim is a great place to learn about Port and Douro wines. Furthermore, a visit to the estate is a feast for your taste buds and eyes. Furthermore, the winery features delicious wines and stunning views. In combination, providing the perfect ambiance for an afternoon sipping some of the best Portuguese wines
Begining with a short video about the winery, the tour continues with a tour of the facility by an expert guide. The guide provides in-depth explanations and insight into the complicated process of making Douro and Port wine. After the tour, the wine tasting takes place on the terrace as guests take in the stunning views.
Portuguese Wineries Conclusion
Portuguese wine regions are home to Port and Duoro. Therefore, visiting Portuguese wineries is a perfect way to add to one’s wine knowledge and collection. Also, the beautiful scenery surrounding the wineries is perfect for relaxing and learning a little history.