Are you a wine lover and planning to visit Lisbon? Then this article is for you! Any wine lover should plan at least one day to visit some of the most famous wineries near Lisbon. Wine tasting is a fun activity to do as a couple or with friends and family, as well as getting to know the countryside outside the city!
Portuguese winemaking has a long history, dating back to the Roman Empire, when the country began exporting wines to Rome. The world's first wine-producing region was also born in Portugal in 1758, when the Douro Demarcated Region was founded. Nowadays, there are so many places where you can go wine tasting and the amount of options can become overwhelming. This guide will help you find the best wineries near Lisbon!
We'll talk about the best wine in Portugal, the best wineries to visit near Lisbon and what kind of private tours we can offer so you can plan and enjoy your stay in Lisbon.
What is Portugal's best wine?
Most who visit Portugal only know it as a Port wine country, but how many other wine options does the country have to offer? Each region has its own specialities and the selection is huge. To help you out, we've put together this guide to wines from all the regions near Lisbon. Here you'll find out which wine grapes they use and what kind of flavour their wines have. This will make it easier for you to find the area you'd most like to visit. And with that in mind, it will be easier to organise your trips so that you can make the most of your stay in our country.
Setúbal is famous for its Moscatel de Setúbal-based dessert wines and Castelão-based red wines. Moscatel de Setúbal is one of the oldest wines in the world and its flavour can be described as honey, spiced with a strong aroma of orange blossom. As the wine ages, its flavours begin to evolve towards flavours of coffee, sultanas and dried fruit.
Private Tour to Arrábida & Sesimbra
The Serra da Arrábida, which forms part of the Arrábida Natural Park, is a rugged relief located on the north bank of the Sado river estuary, in the municipality of Setúbal. With its Mediterranean climate, it has a flora rich in Mediterranean species such as holm oak, cork oak and oak. Sesimbra clearly has the charm of a land of seafaring people. One of its main activities is undoubtedly fishing. The wide range of restaurants also allows us to savour the best of the reserve's gastronomy. You're sure to find fresh fish and seafood straight from the fish market on the menu.
This tour has the option of including a wine tasting at a local winery, find out more here.
Tejo is also famous for its Castelão red wines, as well as its Fernão Pires, Arinto, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay white wines. The region's red wines are smooth, tannic and aromatic. The white wines are fruity and have a touch of tropical and floral flavours.
Alentejo is famous for its red wines made from Alicante Bouschet, Tempranillo, Trincadeira, Alfrocheiro and Touriga Nacional. Its white wines are made from Arinto, Encruzado and Antão Vaz. This region's red wines are full-bodied, rich in tannins and have aromas of berries and red fruits. Its white wines are usually smooth, slightly acidic and have tropical flavours.
Private Tour to Évora
Évora is the capital of Portugal's centre-south region, the Alentejo. In the city's historic centre is the ancient Roman temple of Évora (also known as the Temple of Diana). Nearby, whitewashed houses surround Évora Cathedral, a huge Gothic structure begun in the 12th century. The Church of St Francis has Gothic and Baroque architecture, along with the Chapel of Bones. In 1986, the city's historic centre was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
This tour has the option of including a wine tasting at a local winery, find out more here.
Best wineries near Lisbon
If you're visiting Lisbon, you don't have to go far to find great wineries! Some of the regions closest to Lisbon are Lisbon itself, Setúbal, Tejo and Alentejo . Many of the wineries have a long history dating back hundreds of years, ensuring that they offer the best of the best!
Here are some of the best wine cellars in each region:
Best Wineries in Lisbon: Quinta da Murta, Adega Mãe, Adega de Colares and Adega Regional de Colares
Best Setúbal Wineries: Quinta de Alcube, José Maria da Fonseca, Casa Mãe Rota dos Vinhos and Bacalhôa Vinhos de Portugal
Best Tejo Wineries: Quinta da Alorna, Quinta Monteiro De Matos and Quinta Da Ribeirinha
Best Alentejo Wineries: Adega da Cartuxa, Herdade dos Grous, Adega Mayor and Herdade do Esporão
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What can we offer you?
By hiring a private local guide with MoonShadow Tours you can be sure that your stay will be very pleasant!
Want to visit more than one winery a day or not sure which wineries to visit?
Then worry no more, we can design a private tour with just the wineries you want to visit. As guides we will be happy to provide suggestions for visits. Our guides offer tours to various wineries in Lisbon, so you don't have to worry about planning and provide unique experiences!
We can also help you with cultural differences and language barriers. Travelling with a local guide allows you to experience Portugal in the most authentic way possible. Appreciate and understand the local culture more deeply and don't forget that they also add a personal touch to your stay.
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