Wine tourism news in Portugal
Latest news and stories about wine tourism in Portugal for expats and residents.
Latest news and stories about wine tourism in Portugal for expats and residents.
This week's Shortlist begins at the renovated La Première lounge for Air France in Paris and moves on to the second Hermès store in Sydney. In perfumery, Acqua di Parma presents a summer collection designed by Laura Gonzalez, while Jean Paul Gaultier prepares its first major women's fragrance launch in ten years.

Surrounded by vineyards, old buildings at Quinta da Boa Esperança in Torres Vedras have been reborn as rural tourism. Slowing down to the rhythm of the countryside and wine is the invitation of this wine tourism destination.

The choice of tasting room is seen by many producers as a natural extension of the project's identity.

Portugal features 14 wine tourism destinations in the latest global “discoveries” ranking.

Lígia Cruz, from Régia Douro Park, told CMTV that the event aims to promote producers in the region.

Restructured and relaunched in 2023, the Algarve Wine Route has grown visibly. Between vineyard picnics and boat trips, the producers' offerings are becoming increasingly captivating.

Owner of the brands Monte Velho, Assobio, Defesa, Bico Amarelo, Herdade do Esporão, and Quinta das Murças, Esporão has been investing heavily in organic production. Even though customers continue to prefer traditional production, the trend is to maintain it, because organic production truly guarantees better wines and olive oils. José Luís Moreira da Silva visited the Liga dos Inovadores, where he also talks about the investment in wine tourism and a new restaurant in Lisbon.


The Alentejo region increased its efforts to promote wine tourism in the Brazilian market through its presence at the Vinhos de Portugal event.

The central region of Portugal promoted its wine production and wine tourism offerings during an event in Brazil.

The Alentejo region is boosting its wine tourism profile in the Brazilian market through its presence at the Vinhos de Portugal event.

An overview of the top wine tourism destinations in Portugal, highlighting the award-winning region of Pico.

The award-winning wine tourism destination is highlighted for its unique connection to the volcanic landscape of the Azores.

The wine tourism sector in the Alentejo region is gaining international recognition through various awards, leading to a significant increase in visitor numbers.

On the 6th and 7th of June 2026, the Monção and Melgaço sub-region opens its 'doors' for the Monção & Melgaço Open Cellars Edition.

The wine tourism division of João Portugal Ramos has announced a new schedule of special events and activities.

The wine tourism estate owned by João Portugal Ramos in Estremoz has announced a new schedule of events including musical performances, culinary experiences and educational workshops.

Casal Santa Maria, an 18th-century estate in Colares that welcomes over 5,000 visitors annually for wine tourism and events, is for sale for 19 million euros. According to the real estate consultancy Corcoran Atlantic, which is promoting the sale of Casal de Santa Maria on an exclusive basis...

At Quinta de Sampayo, in Vale da Pinta, Cartaxo, a family has restored 1,000 Galega olive trees and invested in the revival of the Trincadeira das Pratas grape variety. With sensory experiences, the doors are open to experience authentic rural life.

Cockburn’s presents two new experiences that celebrate its legacy and respond to the new demands of wine tourism. We explore them with Ana Rodrigues, Head of Wine Tourism.

1,500 wines will shine at the Portugal Wine Trophy, taking place in June, with dozens of national and international experts. Simultaneously, Chaves celebrates the Aqua Wine Fest.

In the Roncão Valley, in Alijó, American David Sylvester, who has experience in Napa Valley, launched the Kimbrel Wine Company project in 2022. The 10 million euro investment in wine and wine tourism in the Douro region already has limited editions available on the market.

The Wine Tourism in Portugal group, founded 12 years ago in Porto, has joined Laurel – Association of Excellence Brands. The group specialises in immersive travel, luxury concierge services, and corporate events. Laurel, led by Francisco Carvalheira, promotes Portuguese companies known for quality and innovation in sectors like tourism and gastronomy. With wine tourism now a vital revenue stream for producers, Portugal ranks as the world's second-largest wine tourism destination. CEO Sílvia Ferreira stated that joining Laurel recognises the company's commitment to excellence and its mission to position Portugal as a contemporary luxury destination.

It was in 2022 that American David Sylvester “fell in love” with the Douro wine region and bought a centuries-old estate in Vale do Roncão, in Alijó. This Monday, he launched the first limited-edition DOC and Port wines, “Napa Valley style”, with the United States as the main market. The new references...

A new five-star resort combining luxury hospitality with a strong focus on fine cuisine and top national wines has opened its doors in the Algarve. The Wine & Books by The post New five-star Wine & Books by the Sea resort opens in Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident.

The World Responsible Wine Tourism Conference will take place in June, and there are already indications of a programme that will highlight sustainability and local traditions, such as talha wine (wine made in clay amphorae).

At the fourth National Meeting of Wine Tourism Professionals, these will be the topics debated by “a rapidly growing sector”. The event takes place at ISCTE in Lisbon. Places are still available.
