Portugal – Map The Wine

Wine regions of Portugal: Beira Interior

(Sobral de) Canas de Santa Maria The first time I was asked to write a blog, I wasn’t sure exactly what I wanted to say. But after realizing that this would be an opportunity to share my enthusiasm for wine with the world, I started thinking about which region of Portugal could best express my love. Luckily, my research immediately presented me with Sobral de Canas de Santa Maria, a tiny and picturesque district located in the northern tip of Portugal along the Atlantic Ocean and inland from the Bay of Biscay. This is the place where the most famous… Read more

Wine regions of Portugal: Minho (Vinho Verde)

Region has both a geographic and administrative definition. This region is divided into two subregions: the Trás-os-Montes Wine Route and Public Wine Cellars in Vila Real de Santo António. The Minho is north of the Douro and more eastern than the Trás-os-Montes. Minho is known for making Vinho Verde. You’ll find Minho in the northwest corner of Portugal, neighboring Spain. This region has over 30 wineries offering unique characteristics for visitors to discover. It is located between Douro and Trás-os-Montes (east of Trás-os-Montes). Trás-os-Montes is the central mountain range of the Portuguese interior, covering 68,000 km². Travelling in Portugal was… Read more

Wine regions of Portugal: Madeira & Pico Island (Azores)

Madeira Madeira is one of the oldest and most celebrated wine regions in the world. You may be familiar with our neighbour, Portugal, and its port cities such as Lisbon and Porto. But if you’re not aware of Madeira, think of it as an island off of Portugal that’s home to some of the best wines made in the world. Tourism focuses heavily on Madeira’s history as a center for trading caravans between Africa, Europe, and North America during the Age of Discovery. However, there are several other reasons why this region has earned its reputation for being one of… Read more

Wine regions of Portugal: Beira Atlântico (Bairrada)

Beira Atlântico is a wine region in Portugal. Beira Atlântico is a wine region in Portugal. It is located in the district of Beira Norte, encompassing de Portuguesa, Gerês, Estremadura and Alentejo. The region is known for its dry red wines made from white grapes such as Mourvèdre and Tempranillo. Examples include the dry white Martorana and the semi-dry red Pardinho (which are listed in parentheses). Beira Atlântico is located in the north of Portugal and run along the country’s Atlantic coast from the Spanish border to the Tagus River estuary. Beira Atlântico is located in the north of Portugal… Read more

Wine regions of Portugal: Tejo

Tejo In the spring, Portugal’s wine regions spring to life. After a long, gray winter in northern Europe, the country’s warmest time of year is a tantalizing promise of sweet wines and lush vineyards. The Ribatejo region is no exception. In fact, it has one of the largest areas devoted to wine production in all of Portugal—more than 80 percent of the country’s total area under cultivation. Friends describe it as beautiful and inviting, with rolling hills that are ripe for taming with grapes. “I’m really happy here,” says Joao Carlos Gomes Sousa Nunes, a local winemaker who lives in… Read more

Wine regions of Portugal: Lisboa

The Lisboa wine region is the largest wine producing region in Portugal and is located on the west coast. Lisboa is the largest wine region in Portugal, covering over 4400 acres of red and white grapes, which yields a staggering 810 million bottles of wine annually. Portugal produces more table grapes than any other country, with 94% of these being table grapes for wine production. There are two main types of grapes: those used for sparkling wines such as Vinho Verde and rosé, and those used for making red table wines such as the Port, Tinto and Vinho. Many Portuguese… Read more

Wine regions of Portugal: Alentejo

Location Alentejo is a region located in the south of Portugal. It has a hot and dry climate, which makes it perfect for growing grapes. The Alentejo plains are covered with cork oak groves while the eastern hillsides are characterized by olive groves and vineyards. While its neighbor, Porto, is known for sweet wines, you can find a variety of whites and reds in Alentejo. The first step to understanding wine is knowing where it comes from. The more you know about a region’s history, culture and geography, the better you’ll be able to make sense of its wine offerings.… Read more

Wine regions of Portugal: Algarve

This region is located to the south of Portugal, and it is not only one of the most important tourist destinations in the country, but also a place that has many similarities with Spain. The mild climate makes Algarve one of the region’s most visited by tourists. In fact, it is estimated that this region has more than 300 sunny days a year. Algarve offers everything from beaches and golf courses to hiking trails and restaurants. AOC Vinho Regional Algarvio All wines produced here are all AOC Vinho Regional Algarvio certified, which is a Portuguese certification that guarantees that wine… Read more

Wine regions of Portugal: Douro

With port, you’re likely familiar with the Douro region. As the world’s first demarcated wine region and home to port, it might seem like a no-brainer that it is one of Portugal’s most famous wine regions. However, there are many more wines produced in the region than just port. The Douro DOC is located in north-central Portugal along the Douro River and its tributaries. The area has five subregions: Baixo Corgo on the lower reaches of the river, Cima Corgo in the middle reaches of the river, Douro Superior at its headwaters, Terras do Infante in eastern Trás-os-Montes and Baixo… Read more

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