Despite being a small country, Portugal is huge in terms of wine-growing tradition, being one of the few countries in the world where, whithin a small price range, is still possible to find a huge selection of excellent wines.
Portugal has a total of 14 wine regions and 31 designations of origin (DO). From north to south of Portugal we find vineyards and wine producers. Each region has its climate, soil, casts and traditions.
The wine regions of Portugal are Vinho Verde Region, Trás-os-Montes, Douro, Távora-Varosa, Dão, Bairrada, Beira Interior, Lisbon, Tagus region, Setúbal Peninsula, Alentejo, Algarve, Madeira and Azores.
Our selection of wines:
White wines
Barranco Longo
Algarve wine from quinta do Barranco Longo, located a few kilometers away from Guia
João Pires
Península de Setúbal
Planalto
Douro wine Region
Monte Velho
Alentejo wine Region
Monte das Servas
Alentejo wine Region, produced in Herdade Das Servas (Estremoz)
Tasting Notes: Clear wine, pale yellow color, peach, apple, plum and lemon aromas. Balanced, complex and voluminous with lasting finish.
Roupeiro (50%), Arinto (20%), Antão Vaz (20%) and Sémillon (10%)
PAIRING: Salads, seafood, cheeses, grilled fish, sushi and white meats.
Serve at a temperature of 10-12⁰C.
Intocável
Setúbal wine Region
Reguengos
Alentejo wine Region
Flor do Tua Reserva Branco
Região do Douro
Quinta dos Távoras Branco
Esporão Reserva Branco
Cartuxa Branco
Herdade das Servas
Vinho Verdes
Casal Garcia
Vinho Verde wine Region
Aveleda
Vinho Verde wine Region
Muralhas de Monção
Vinho Verde wine Region
Casa da Tapada Superior
Sparkling wine
Espumante Aliança
Bairrada Wine region
Red Wine
Barranco Longo
Algarve wine from quinta do Barranco Longo, located a few kilometers away from Guia
Esporão Reserva
Alentejo wine Region
Cartuxa
Alentejo wine Region
Reguengos Reserva
Alentejo wine Region
Intocável
Setúbal wine Region
Monte Velho
Alentejo wine Region
Monte das Servas
Alentejo wine Region, Produced by Herade das Servas in Estremoz
Tasting Notes: Clear, medium ruby color, with red fruit and floral aromas, and hints of vegetables. Elegant, balanced and complex with a lasting finish.
Grape Varieties: Aragonez (40%), Alicante Bouschet (25%), Trincadeira (25%) and Syrah (10%)
Pairing: Red meat, game meat, cheeses and spicy sausages.
Vila Real Reserva
Douro wine Region
Reguengos
Alentejo wine Region
Flor do Tua
Herdade das Servas
Quinta dos Távoras
Cedro do Noval
Casa de Santar
Sangria
Rosé wines
Mateus
Monte das Servas
Alentejo Wine Region, Produced by Hedade das Servas in Estremoz
Tasting Notes: Clear wine, pale pink color, aromas of cherry, strawberry, raspberry and floral notes. Well structured, fresh and fruity with lasting finish.
Grape Varieties: Touriga Nacional (60%) and Syrah (40%)
Pairing: Salads, pasta, pizzas, sushi, fish and white meats. Serve at a temperature of 10-12⁰C.
Sangrias
Barranco Longo Rose
Herdade das Servas
Portugal Wine Regions
Enology – Portugal’s Wine Regions
Portugal boasts an enormous diversity of terroirs, grape varieties, and wine styles. From the Atlantic freshness of the North to the intense reds of Alentejo and Algarve, each region has its own identity.
Vinho Verde
Located in the northwest of the country, this region is famous for its light, fresh, and highly aromatic wines, usually with vibrant acidity and citrus or floral notes. Although best known for white wines, it also produces rosés and traditional reds. Grape varieties such as Alvarinho and Loureiro stand out.
Wine profile: fresh, light, youthful, fruity, and very food-friendly.
Pairs well with: seafood, fish, salads, and warm summer days.
Trás-os-Montes
A mountainous region with a more extreme climate (hot summers and cold winters). It produces intense, structured wines with excellent concentration.
Wine profile: fuller-bodied, mineral, and elegant.
Pairs well with: meats, cured sausages, and traditional dishes.
Douro
One of the world’s most iconic wine regions, known both for still wines and the famous Port wine. Red wines are typically intense, complex, and elegant.
Wine profile: structured, concentrated, with notes of dark fruit, spice, and oak.
Pairs well with: red meats, rich dishes, and aged cheeses.
Dão
A region of altitude and elegance. It produces refined reds and mineral-driven whites, usually balanced and with excellent ageing potential.
Wine profile: elegant, fresh, fine tannins, and vibrant acidity.
Pairs well with: roasted meats, mushrooms, and traditional cuisine.
Bairrada
Best known for the Baga grape variety and sparkling wines. The reds are bold, structured, and long-lived.
Wine profile: structured, high acidity, and gastronomic.
Pairs well with: suckling pig, cured meats, and rich dishes.
Lisboa
Strongly influenced by the Atlantic Ocean, this region produces balanced, aromatic, and versatile wines.
Wine profile: freshness, lively fruit, and excellent value for money.
Pairs well with: fish, tapas, and pasta dishes.
Tejo
Historically linked to the Tejo River, this region produces approachable, fruity, and easy-drinking wines, as well as premium labels.
Wine profile: smooth, balanced, and fruity.
Pairs well with: grilled dishes, Mediterranean cuisine, and tapas.
Península de Setúbal
Famous for Moscatel, but also known for smooth and aromatic red wines.
Wine profile: ripe fruit, smoothness, and a Mediterranean touch.
Pairs well with: grilled meats and mild cheeses.
Alentejo
One of Portugal’s most popular wine regions. Its warm, dry climate produces generous, smooth wines that are very approachable.
Wine profile: full-bodied, round, ripe fruit, and soft spices.
Pairs well with: meats, barbecue, cured sausages, and rich dishes.
Algarve
A warm region with smaller but increasingly high-quality wine production. Wines tend to be ripe, smooth, and easy to enjoy.
Wine profile: fruity, rounded, and relaxed style.
Pairs well with: grilled dishes, oily fish, and Mediterranean cuisine.
Madeira
Famous for Madeira fortified wine, known for its complexity and exceptional longevity.
Wine profile: oxidative, dry or sweet, with notes of dried fruit and caramel.
Pairs well with: desserts, cheese, or as an aperitif.
Azores
A small yet unique wine-producing region, shaped by volcanic soils.
Wine profile: mineral, saline, and fresh.
Pairs well with: seafood and fish.
Quick Summary:
- Fresh and light: Vinho Verde, Lisboa, Azores
- Elegant and balanced: Dão, Douro, Bairrada
- Full-bodied and intense: Alentejo, Douro, Trás-os-Montes
- Easy-drinking: Tejo, Setúbal, Algarve
- Special/famous: Madeira (fortified wine), Douro (Port wine), Vinho Verde (Alvarinho)
