Casa Santa Eulália

Located in the municipality of Mondim de Basto, in the middle of the Vinho Verde region, the Casa de Santa Eulália is a historical landmark since the 17th century. The excellent climatic conditions and granite soil combined with the passion for viticulture that has passed down from generation to generation contributed to the success of the restructuring of 38 hectares of vineyards. This estate produces and bottles wines under the Plainas and Santa Eulália brands. In the production of Plainas White wines the chosen grape varieties are Arinto, Azal and Loureiro. The fermentation of the wines takes place in stainless steel vats and should be served at 8ºC as an accompaniment to fish and seafood. For the Plainas Rosé wine the grape variety used is Espadeiro and, as in the white ones the fermentation takes place in stainless steel vats. This wine has a salmon colour, light and fresh mouth showing crisp and lively acidity and the aroma is marked by red fruits. It should be served between 8 and 10ºC accompanied by fish, seafood and cold meats. Vinhão is the chosen variety for the Red Plainas. Unlike previous wines, only 50% ferments in stainless steel vats. The rest ferments in presses with foot treading. It has a garnet colour and aromas reminiscent of macerated black fruit. In the mouth it reveals a unique red wine, intense, fresh, balanced and of lively acidity. It should be served at 12ºC accompanied by red meat. Sauvignon Blanc, Alvarinho, Trajadura and Avesso are the grape varieties chosen to produce the wine under the brand name Santa Eulália.These white wines have a citric colour and on the palate are elegant with a prolonged finish. They should be served at 8ºC accompanied by fish, seafood and white meat.
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Reserva by Herdade do Esporão

Located in Alentejo, Herdade do Esporão presents unique conditions for agriculture.With about 700ha of vineyards, olive groves and other crops. In this property are planted about 40 varieties, 4 varieties of olives, orchards and vegetable gardens Thanks to its wide range of wines, the wines of Herdade do Esporão are appreciated and recognized in the four corners of the world. The Reserva White and Red wines from this estate show the rich and typical character of the best wines from Alentejo. These were the first wines to be produced at the Herdade do Esporão in 1985 and are meant to be enjoyed on special occasions. Herdade do Esporão Reserva White is produced from the Antão Vaz, Arinto and Roupeiro grape varieties. It ages 6 months in stainless steel vats in new American and French oak barrels on the fine lees. This wine presents a crystalline aspect, in the nose the notes of grapefruit and white pessego are highlighted and in the mouth it is creamy, complex and balanced, where the fruit is mixed with some minerality and, ends with an intense and persistent end. Herdade do Esporão Reserva Red is produced from the Alicante Bouschet, Aragonez, Trincadeira and Cabernet Sauvignon varieties. It ages for 12 months in American (60%) and French (40%) oak barrels. After bottling it ages 8 months in bottle. This wine presents a ruby colour and an aroma of woodland fruits and blueberry jam wrapped in notes of coffee, black pepper and the light toast of the barrel. In the mouth it shows intense and dense, but with a firm tannin, which gives it structure and complexity, suggesting good potential in bottle. Don't miss our campaign and when buying 6 bottles from Herdade do Esporão Reserva we offer you 1 bottle Esporão Colheita. Available to order!
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Quinta das Lamelas

Port wine is undoubtedly one of the most appreciated wines in the world. With centuries of history it is on the banks of the Douro River that this magnificent nectar is cultivated and produced. Quinta das Lamelas is a family business initiated in 1836 and still today engaged in producing high quality Douro and Port Wines. This estate is known for its 10, 20, 30 and 40 years Old Tawnies and White Port wines and the Vintage, produced in exceptional years. Dated port wines (white and Tawnies) are the result of a blend of wines that ripen in wooden casks at an average of 10, 20.30 and 40 years respectively while vintage wines are produced from grapes of a single year. Quinta das Lamelas vintage 2017 was awarded the Prestige prize by Paixão pelo vinho magazine. Available to order!
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Carm CM White & Grande Reserva Red Wine

Carm is a family company dedicated to the production of quality wines from the grapes of their estates. Examples of this quality are the Carm CM White and Grande Reserva Red wines. CM White is produced from the selection of the best grapes from the century-old "Canada do Pereiro", located in Almendra, in the upper Douro. This wine fermentated in new French oak barrels, followed by battonage for a period of 8 months. Carm Grande Reserva Red is a deep red wine made from selected Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz and Touriga Franca grapes from Carm's best vineyards in the Douro Superior. The intense varietal aromas emerge, ripe plum , blueberries and floral hints. It has richness, concentration of plumy fruit flavours, which combined with fine tannins and new French oak barrels ageing, give this wine an excellent and long mouthfeel. Available to order!
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