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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