Latest news and stories about wine culture in Portugal for expats and residents.
The 11th edition of the Portugal Wine Competition has concluded, with 38 medals awarded following a blind tasting process.
Heritage, tradition, gastronomy, and wines invite you to stop in Estremoz. Take a leisurely stroll through the “White City” of the Alentejo, which has many new things to discover. Watch this Saturday (11:35 am) on SIC Notícias.
It is the most expensive wine ever: the 1945 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti breaks its own record at auction and has increased in value by almost 50% in eight years. It is not far from reaching one million...
For 230 years, those passing by Rua do Infante D. Henrique in Porto saw only a granite facade and discreet windows. Today, it is possible to visit the most exclusive 'club' on the Douro riverfront.
Dry farming may sound like a new-age concept, a part of the sustainability sector of agriculture, and the latter is true, but dry farming in wine culture dates back to The post Dry farming. Going back to basics appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Port wine is unpredictable, and producers sometimes misjudge their declarations: they think it will be good and it turns out not so well, or vice versa. This year, everything points to 2024 being considered a classic vintage, something that has not happened since 2017.
The article highlights the unique experience of staying inside a giant wine barrel in Portugal, offering visitors a whimsical and immersive lodging experience. This attraction allows guests to live inside a massive wine barrel, fulfilling a dream for wine enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. The setup provides a distinctive way to enjoy Portugal’s rich wine culture while offering a memorable and cozy stay.
From the 19th century, red wine became commonplace and the famous phrase “since there was no wine, we drank white!” is said to have originated. The reasons for these preferences are almost always silly, such as “red goes in red and comes out colourless, something stays there” or “it's the colour of the blood of Christ”, as if the apostles' blood were a different colour.
Two women and a glass of wine. The perfect start to a conversation about life, culture, stories and ideas. A selection of women who leave their mark, like certain wines. With Inês Meneses.
