A wine-tasting excursion can be a fantastic means to invest a mid-day, learning about the local wineries, wines, and certainly, the glasses of a glass of wine at the end are a wonderful incentive! Conversely, choosing a local a glass of wine on the drinks food selection in a rooftop bar or restaurant is terrific as well – and also if you intend to keep it subtle, a bottle of a glass of wine while resting on the exterior terrace at your suite with an evening dish. We\’ve decided to round up a collection of 10 of our favourite villas in Portugal for white wine lovers that are well-placed for a place of red wine tasting.
Portugal is most famous for its Port, created in the Douro Valley area, however we additionally wished to provide a shout-out to their distinct Vinho Verde– or \’eco-friendly a glass of wine\’– which originates in the north area of Minho (where we have a great option of villas, FYI). Vinho Verde is light, crisp and a little spritzy- wonderful for a balmy summer season night on your vacation. In this listing of suites in Portugal we\’ve covered a couple of different areas, because surprisingly – to us, anyway – Portugal is residence to 13 white wine areas, from the popular Douro Valley to the lesser-known unique Azores islands.
Douro Valley
One of the most renowned of the Portuguese white wine regions, the enchanting Douro Valley with its ancient wineries and also swelling hills, is centred around the Douro river and also is provided as a UNESCO Globe Heritage Website. Its environment is ideal for its most popular export, the wonderful, prepared fluid charm that is Port, but the area is additionally doing pretty well with its blended completely dry reds and also whites. Being a popular white wine area, there are a lot of red wine sampling excursions that make a complete day tour, and here are a few of our favorite suites in the location …
Quinta do Quirino
Pictures actually don\’t do this villa justice– Quinta do Quirino truly has to be experienced to be fully appreciated. In addition to being undoubtedly gorgeous, the vacation home is also bordered by wineries that date all the way back to 1756. This location of Portugal is among the earliest a glass of wine areas in the world. Discover the rich vineyards on the building, which likewise produces its own a glass of wine, and also appreciate the addition of a self-supporting studio as well, ideal for a multi-generational vacation. Planning something additional special? The rustic wine cellar is likewise offered for visitors to use in certain seasons– host red wine samplings and also events and make your holiday much more one-of-a-kind.
Where to go to for wine: Quinta do Quirino is just a short drive from Regua, the earliest demarcated white wine region on the planet, certainly worth a go to during your villa holiday in Portugal.
Where to taste: Exactly on your doorstep! Quinta do Quirino is immediately surrounded by wineries that create some outstanding quality red wines, a number of which provide tastings and also scenic tours.
Vacation home Cathy
Another rental property that takes advantage of extraordinary scenic views across the wonderful Douro Valley as well as its wineries, which you can delight in not only from the comfort of your sun lounger, outside terrace, jacuzzi or infinity pool yet from inside the villa as well, is Villa Cathy– an elegant hill haven that might be hard to tear on your own far from. Yet if you can-.
Where to see for white wine: The picturesque town of Pinh ~ ao is just a ten-minute drive from Villa Marao, and a 20-minute walk from Suite Cathy. Pinh ~ ao creates several of the most effective port in the world owing to its rich port heritage.
Where to taste: Quinta da Roêda, Quinta do Noval Pinh ~ ao and Quinta do Bomfim.
Minho.
So, you may remember us discussing up there ^ that Minho is the region that brought Vinho Verde (aka eco-friendly wine) right into the world, which is a crisp, light and also rejuvenating white wine, with a slightly green tinge. Appears strange yet stay with us. We assume it\’s beautiful – it\’s a little bit sparkling, which includes in the quality and is absolutely best on a warm day. Minho white wine producers favour quality over amount, which is wonderful news for our glasses! Northern Portugal isn\’t just for winos though and if you like beaches you\’re in for a reward, however first, where to stay?
Casa Ligia.
The grounds of this renovated 17th-Century manor home are a view to behold– snuggled in the heart of the Minho countryside, it\’s a country escape where you can actually relax, with terraces as well as outdoor dining overlooking polished gardens. The stone developed vacation residence oozes appeal as well as character with its original features, substantial space as well as interior warmed swimming pool (in situation the weather chooses to play a trick on you!).
Where to see for a glass of wine: Ponte de Lima, a historical and photogenic community by the Rio Lima– and additionally the oldest village in Portugal– is only 8km from the vacation home, and has sufficient white wine sampling possibilities as its an area covered in winery covered hills.
Where to taste: The estate residence in fact has its own wine cellar, but if you elegant heading out after that Casa do Barreiro and Blue A glass of wine are excellent alternatives.
Casa Cintia.
Another majestic looking 17th-Century mansion house, Casa Cintia sits within 220-acres of magical woodlands, areas, vineyards and its very own designed gardens. Eclectically provided insides offer the vacation residence an one-of-a-kind magnetism, the wine cellar requires to get a reference (this being a wine-focused blog and all), and also the outdoor dining configuration enables a charming afternoon/evening meal looking out over the vine-covered pathways, private pool and also Serra do Mar ~ ao hills. There\’s a badminton court also, for those who elegant keeping energetic!
Where to go to for a glass of wine: Neighboring village Celerico de Basto, the historic city of Braga about 45-minutes drive, or perhaps dynamic Porto (with its several port storages) is an hour away.
Where to taste: Quinta de Santa Cristina.
Rental property Armada.
This ancient, standard stone farmhouse dates from 1501 and also has actually been upgraded as well as restored while still maintaining its rustic charm. Set in beautiful premises overlooking the countryside, with a handful of historic structures populated throughout the yards, along with a lovely pool and outdoor dining to take in your rural surroundings.
Where to go to for a glass of wine: The attractive seaside town of Vila Praia de Ancora is just a short drive from the suite with its collection of seafood dining establishments, where you can delight in some local wine or Caminho, an attractive community with remarkable architecture, is 10km away, and the port city of Porto is under a hrs drive.
Where to taste: Enoteca, Ferreira and also Cálem Cellars.
Rental property Ava.
The noteworthy attribute of this remodelled ranch building has reached be the stunning infinity pool neglecting the relaxing surroundings– wineries, olive groves, woodlands as well as hillsides regarding the eye can see! It may be the outsides that actually capture your eye, however as you venture inside your home you\’ll discover the household suite is perfectly embellished with neutral tones and also pops of colour.
Where to see for a glass of wine: This suite is very well positioned for going to various a glass of wine areas– Calheiros is the local village just 2km from the vacation home, Ponte de Lima is 8km, as well as you\’ll likewise discover the marketplace community of Barcelos a 40-minute drive away, and also the beautiful city of Viana do Castelo much less than that.
Where to taste: Paco de Calheiros, Casa do Barreiro, Quinta de Pacos, Soalheiro, and also Quintas de Melgaco.
Villa Estora.
Bring background to life in this recovered enchanting stone villa, established on the water with an initial functioning mill and water wheel. Attached to the bordering houses along the stream by a Roman bridge, the setup is really stunning. You\’ll get an actual preference for authentic Portuguese living here with the surrounding countryside, the quaint town feelings as well as no WiFi meaning you can truly get off-the-grid.
Where to go to for red wine: Ponte de Lima is 9km from the vacation home, which is embeded in the heart of Estor ~ aos town.
Where to taste: Casa do Barreiro and also Blue White Wine.
The Lisbon Coast.
You may be amazed to hear that the Lisboa area of Portugal can throw its name right into the hat of wine-producing magic. Certain, the Lisbon Coastline is most certainly windier than further inland, but across the region you\’ll discover the suitable conditions for certain grapes (funneling Goldilocks– it has to be perfect). Seaside views, rolling wineries and also rugged mountaintops – this comparison of landscapes is picture-perfect, and also wonderful as a backdrop to your a glass of wine drinking exploits. The grapes concerned? Ramisco, Malvasia and Castel ~ ao among others, as well as red wines are produced across the board – reds, whites and also some crisp champagnes too. There\’s lots loaded right into this sliver of the country, with all kind of outside adventures to be had– so make certain to obtain stuck in when you\’re not supping a glass of grape!
Vacation home Dilma.
This uber-stylish suite lies just 11km from the surfing hotspot of Cascais, a beachy community with sandy coasts, rooftop bars, and wonderful waves. However that\’s not what we\’re right here for-.
Where to visit for wine: Sintra has to do with 13km from the villa and its hills are decorated with wineries as well as lush plant. Apart from wine-tasting, you\’ll locate a rainbow town backed by rugged hills, a vibrantly coloured royal residence resting atop capitals (Pena Palace), and also plenty of walking chances. Cascais is likewise only a train flight from the dynamic city of Lisbon as well, with its touch of trendy wine bars for samplings.
Where to taste: Adega Regional de Colares, Adega Viúva Gomes as well as Casal Sta. Maria.
Suite Tareija.
This deluxe white-washed villa is set in the lovely Aldeia do Meco town, a place well-known for its fish and shellfish restaurants. A prominent haunt for windsurfing, kayaking and SUP enthusiasts, it\’s an ideal seaside retreat, yet it likewise provides those more akin to treking and also biking a location to play – plus, the villa supplies free mountain bicycle for those that expensive discovering ashore.
Where to check out for red wine: The town of Sesimbra is 13km from the vacation home and also is a major wine-producing area – established versus the Serra da Arriba hills, the specialty tipple is Moscatel de Setubal, which is a wonderful after-dinner drink.
Where to taste: Quinta da Bacalhao and José Maria da Fonseca. We suggest afterwards heading to among Setubal or Sesimbra\’s fish and shellfish restaurants and clean down some delightful dishes with one of the red wines on the menu.
Madeira.
Madeira is a tropical archipelago off the coast of Portugal– and also the northwest coast of Africa– as well as, unsurprisingly, is where Madeira a glass of wine originates from (a strengthened wonderful white wine). Known for its subtropical climate and also volcanic views, it\’s an underrated destination that we can not get sufficient of. We might wax lyrical regarding Madeira as well as all its plus factors– right here\’s a schedule we formulated– yet we\’re here to chat about Madeira white wine; rumour has it a vintage Madeira can last a whole century unopened! When opened it can even be re-stoppered and also kept for a further few months. What an event trick!
We have actually got a fantastic collection of Madeira suites, but since we\’re only meant to be shouting out to 10 suites in Portugal in complete here, we determined to generate a rental property with some significant wow-factor:.
Suite Trocaz.
A striking suite embeded in the hillsides of Madeira with lovely sights across the perspective, this holiday home stands out with its cubist style among the delicious greenery bordering it. In a tranquil location this intense and airy holiday house enables you to feel removed from the globe in your very own sanctuary, while still being close to a local community. We like the sunlight terrace as well as gleaming infinity swimming pool, where you can watch out over the ocean and actually start to relax and also reenergize.
Where to see for white wine: Calheta is just 2km from the rental property with its rugged landscapes and also sandy coastline.
Where to taste: There are a lot of companies doing wine-tasting tours in Madeira, yet if you\’re trying to find private areas to visit we would certainly advise Blandy\’s Wine Lodge, Vinhos Barbeito, Quinta das Vinhas as well as Casa do Rum.
If you\’ve managed to get with this blog site without pouring on your own a glass of the excellent stuff, then we salute you– and also if this list of leading rental properties in Portugal for wine lovers has convinced you that this sun-baked nation is the location for your next rental property holiday, after that head to our website to look into our Portugal collection. Chat to our concierge group if you want any kind of aid, or would like to arrange some included extras like private cook cooked meals, see if your refrigerator can be stocked with containers of local vinho for your arrival, or if you \’d like them to aid arrange wine-tastings for you!
