Douro Valley: Tasting Port Wines at selected Quinta Wine Farms

A Wine Lover´s Dream Getaway

Embark with your Private English-speaking local Wine Expert Guide on an unforgettable experience through the heart of the Douro Valley, a region renowned for its rich winemaking heritage and stunning landscapes. We invite you to savour the essence of Port wine in Southern Europe like never before. The Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2001, attracts wine enthusiasts and travellers seeking the perfect combination of history, culture, and exceptional wines. Admire the terraced vineyards and breathtaking river valleys, this is the birthplace of Port wine, Portugal´s winemaking expertise.

The Douro Valley has a unique terroir, with its rugged terrain, picturesque landscapes, and terraced vineyards, creating the perfect environment for cultivating the grapes used in Port wine production. The warm days and cool nights, along with the distinctive schist soil, transmit a unique character to the wines. The most popular grape varieties used in Ports with a red wine base are Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz (Tempranillo), Tinta Cão, Tinta Barroca and Touriga Franca.

As you travel across this enchanting region, you will witness the intimate connection between the land, the vineyards, and the wine, a relationship that has been nurtured for centuries.

Quinta de la Rosa and Quinta do Bomfim - Premium Douro Valley Estates

One of the acclaimed Quinta wine farms featured in our tour is Quinta de La Rosa. With a history dating back to 1815, this family-owned Quinta (estate) is a treasure of winemaking tradition. Their Ports are recognised for their balance, elegance, and bold flavours. As you visit Quinta de la Rosa, you will get to know the art of winemaking, from vine to bottle, and enjoy tastings that reveal the complexity of Douro Valley Ports. Enjoy your lunch at Cozinha da Clara restaurant, located within Quinta de La Rosa, boasting stunning vistas of the Douro River, this restaurant pays tribute to the finest flavours of the local cuisine within a modern and picturesque environment. Dedicated to Claire Bergqvist, Sophia´s Bergqvist (current owner of Quinta de La Rosa) grandmother, head of Quinta de La Rosa who passed away in 1972, renowned for her warm hospitality and generosity, all dishes are paired with an exclusive selection of wines, as suggested by the well-known winemaker, Jorge Moreira.

Another highlight of our wine expedition is Quinta do Bomfim. This prestigious estate, owned by the Symington family for generations, reveals the embodiment of Portuguese winemaking craftsmanship. The affection for the Douro area and the rural landscapes of Portugal has grown stronger with each successive generation of the Symington family. Symington today is led by the 4th and 5th generations who own and run four of the leading Port wine houses, Graham´s, Dow´s, Warre´s, and Cockburn´s. Ports from Quinta do Bomfim are a harmonious symphony of terroir and expertise, offering a taste of the Douro's essence in every sip. Here, you will explore their vineyards, cellars, and the methods that make their Ports so exceptional.

Rabelo Boat Cruise Along the Beautiful River Douro

Enjoy a Rabelo Boat Cruise along the river Douro from Pinhao, witness terraced vineyards extending to the riverbank, centuries-old vineyard estates like Bomfim, Carvalhas, Roeda, Ventozelo, Pessegueiro, Roncao, and Romaneira, all set against an unparalleled UNESCO-designated World Heritage landscape.

DAY 1:
PORTO - PINHAO (DOURO VALLEY) - PORTO

• Our private driver and local expert wine guide will pick you up from your hotel
• The first stop of the day will be deep into the Douro valley you will stop to visit Quinta do Bomfim for a tasting of Three Quinta Vintage Ports from the principal estates of Dow´s, Warre´s and Graham´s. (NOTE: or similar winery)
• After this, a special lunch and DOC Douro wine pairing at Quinta de la Rosa. (NOTE: or similar winery)
• After we will stop in Pinhao we walk along the river promenade a great spot for photos of the Douro.
• We will enjoy a 1hr Rabelo boat ride along the Douro River.
• The boat ride ends back at the docks in Pinhao.
• Drop off back at your hotel in Porto.

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