Quinta Do Popa: A historical winemaker house.

Quinta Do Popa is owned by a family that has passed its legacy down through the generations doing what they do best; wine. Since this producer house was founded, its objective has been to extend its brand to each region of the world. And, they have known how to do it very well. They have always taken care of the quality of their products. The grapes from its harvests are collected by specialists who give it the ideal treatment to obtain wines so exquisite that they conquer the most demanding palates.At Quinta Do Popa, they pay special attention even to the weather. Its grapes go through a maturation process under a sun with enough heat to give it that texture, color and flavor of its emblematic drinks. Besides, it is one of the few winemaker houses that has maintained the use of such sophisticated and traditional methods as the pisa a pie (traditional food treading), which ensures a better acquisition of the most delicious extracts of the fruit.All its raw materials are selected with great care. Its vineyards are protected and fed by the majesty of the Douro river, especially those considered heritage because of their 80 years of work. The collectors explore them daily to obtain only that fruit that meets the quality requirements and, additionally, maintains the historical touch that only Douro grape varieties possess.Among its most renowned products are its special editions, among which we can find the following:- Papo red wine: an exquisite wine of beautiful color with vanilla aroma and butter notes. It is complex but fresh and elegant, and its flavor has hints of tobacco and wood. It is a tribute to Luis Pato.- Popa tinto Doce: It is a wine created in honor of the women of the family. Its color is deep violet and it smells of red berries and strawberry jam. It is fine and discreet, with a level of acidity that balances its flavors.- Quinta Do Popa HOMENAGEM: A tribute to Francisco Ferreira (PÔPA). It is a ruby colored wine. Its aroma is very diverse, with hints of menthol and notes of highly ripened fruit (blackberry and black plum). It is exquisite on the palate, has good volume and a slightly toasted flavor thanks to the wooden barrels in which it is macerated.
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Reynolds - Art and Tradition since 1850

Thomas Reynolds, an English seaman and merchant, arrived in Portugal in 1820, attracted by the potential of the wine trade. He settled in the northern town of Porto with his two sons, Thomas and Robert. Years later, they move to Spain and invest in the cork industry. The activity is profitable and quickly expands to Portugal. In 1850 they decide to return to the country and settle in Estremoz. But Thomas and his eldest son, Thomas, driven by their entrepreneurial spirit soon left for New Zealand and never returned.Robert, the youngest son, is in charge of the business, which he quickly develops with the acquisition of new land and the production of quality wines, an activity he carried out with commitment and passion. The Alentejo becomes the definitive resting place of the Reynolds in Portugal and of Robert, the family patriarch. Robert Rafael, Carlos, Glória and Julián are the descendants who have kept the name and heritage of the Reynolds Family alive over time. To honour his mother and all his ancestors who lived in the Alentejo, Gloria’s son Julian produce a quality wine, which carries his mother’s name – Gloria Reynolds. Alicante Bouschet is the main variety of Reynolds wines. In fact it was introduced in Portugal by the Reynolds family a century and a half ago. Touriga Nacional, Aragonez, Trincadeira, Alfrocheiro, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon are also used in the red wines. As for the whites, the chosen grape varieties are Antão Vaz and Arinto. Art and Tradition is the hallmark of Reynolds wines! Available for purchase!
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Quinta do Rol

Quinta do Rol is a centenary estate rich in the traditions of the region of Extremadura. Keeping its original features from the last century, it has already modernized its processes and cultures. The Quinta, located in a rural area, offers a peaceful and restful landscape, in a calm location, about an hour from Lisbon, capable of providing a rest away from the stress of cities. It emerges as a combination of the architectural beauty of the last century, typical of the good estates in the region, and the desire to make it modern, with all the comforts of the new times, by focusing on four areas: excellence in wine production, with wines, spirits and sparkling wines; new equestrian center; reception and organization of events and accommodation in rural tourism so that you can enjoy a relaxing rural rest. The wine production of this estate combines the centenary wine tradition with the good soils of Extremadura, and the result is wines of unquestionable quality. Available to order!
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Vinha Paz - Five generations of wine producers

In 2002, the first Vinha Paz was born, whose name was inspired by the mother of António Canto Moniz, the producer. Vinha Paz is more than a wine, it is a family legacy with more than a century, passed from generation to generation. A story that began in the first granite wine cellar, built by the great-great-grandfather of António Canto Moniz, where, even today, wine is made in an ancient way but using modern technologies. And the story continued: his grandfather was the first president of the Federation of Viticulturists in Dão, his father developed cooperativism and was president of a cooperative winery and his younger brother was director of the Federation of Vinhos do Dão. The label's iconic image is of a gate at the Carreira Alta house, where her sister lives and the winery is located. Henrique, his son, is the current manager of Vinha Paz. With him, he continues this story of five generations of a family making wines with passion and personality, for over 150 years. In the Vinha Paz range, typical Dão grape varieties are used (touriga nacional, alfrocheiro, Tinta roriz and jaen, for reds; cross and malvasia, for whites). In the Vinha Paz range, there is a special wine, Othon, produced from old vines.
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