Private Tour to Discover Alentejo Wines

Esporão is a renowned brand in Alentejo and a pioneer in wine tourism. The Herdade do Esporão is distinguished as a historic estate, known for producing wines of the highest quality. Located in the heart of Reguengos de Monsaraz, Esporão’s vineyards yield wines that are balanced and seductive, fresh and pleasant, luxurious, and with excellent aging potential. While the vineyards represent the lungs of Herdade do Esporão, the winery is its beating heart, operating to the rhythm of the harvest and the dedicated work of the oenology team.

Located in the charming city of Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage site, this winery lies in the heart of Alentejo. Here, you will find experiences such as guided tours of the winery, gastronomic tastings, and samplings of some of the finest wines and regional products from Alentejo. The Cartuxa Winery at Quinta Valbom has undergone several renovations and expansions over the years, preserving its rich architectural and historical heritage. Today, the Cartuxa Winery is a key production site for the wines of the Eugénio de Almeida Foundation. The name Cartuxa comes from the 16th-century Cartuxa Monastery, located next to the winery, which is part of the Foundation's heritage. Excellence, quality, and distinctive style are the values that define the Cartuxa brand and are recognized by its consumers.

Built in 2005, Herdade of Grous is the winery employs modern processes to ensure the exceptional quality of its wines, from the manual selection of grapes to the gentle maceration of each variety.

Visitors can participate in guided tours of the winery, where they can learn about the various stages of wine production and taste some of the estate's finest wines. The wine tourism experiences include wine tastings, exquisite dinners at the winery, and other activities such as horseback riding, cycling, or even hot air balloon rides​.

In addition to wine tastings, visitors can enjoy meals at the estate's restaurant, which offers typical Alentejo cuisine combined with modern culinary trends. The estate also provides a variety of recreational activities, such as boat rides on the lake, canoeing, and horseback riding lessons, making the visit a complete and unforgettable experience​.

The history of Quinta do Carmo is a typical Alentejo property spanning about 1000 hectares, including vineyards, olive groves, and cork oak forests. The winery has undergone significant technological and winemaking upgrades, becoming the production hub for Bacalhôa wines in Alentejo. This modernization has enabled the production of high-quality wines such as the renowned Quinta do Carmo Branco and Quinta do Carmo Reserva, appreciated both in Portugal.

The winery stands out for its modern and attractive architecture, blending cutting-edge technology with traditional winemaking methods. All grapes are carefully selected and processed to ensure excellent wines. A guided tour of the winery offers a comprehensive immersion into its history and production process, including the opportunity to taste some of Quinta do Carmo's finest wines. This experience provides a true immersion into Alentejo wine tourism, offering a profound understanding of the region's rich winemaking tradition.