Dão, located in central Portugal, is a mountainous wine region renowned for its refined, structured red wines and crisp, mineral-driven whites. Granite soils and higher altitudes provide an ideal environment for slow-ripening grapes, which develop elegance, depth, and aromatic complexity. The region is often described as Portugal’s “classic” wine area, producing wines that reflect both…
Alentejo, in southern Portugal, is a vast, sun-soaked region famous for its smooth, full-bodied red wines and aromatic whites. Characterised by rolling plains, gentle hills, and a warm Mediterranean climate, Alentejo offers ideal conditions for viticulture. The region produces wines that are approachable yet sophisticated, combining ripe fruit flavours with balanced acidity and soft tannins.…
Bairrada is a remarkable wine region in central Portugal, located close to the Atlantic coast. The region is especially known for its sparkling wines and robust red wines, primarily made from the indigenous Baga grape. With a climate influenced by the nearby Atlantic Ocean, Bairrada experiences cool, humid conditions that are perfect for producing wines…
Nestled in the rugged, terraced hills of northern Portugal, the Douro Valley is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the birthplace of Port wine, one of the world’s most celebrated fortified wines. Its dramatic landscape, carved by the Douro River, creates a unique microclimate where vines thrive under intense sun and rocky schist soils. This…
Douro is Portugal’s most iconic wine region, stretching along the Douro River in northern Portugal. This region is steeped in history, being one of the oldest demarcated wine regions in the world, officially recognised in 1756. Its terraced vineyards, carved into steep slopes, have been producing exceptional wines for centuries. The region is most famous…