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How to Reach Wine Tasting Experiences in Vinho Verde

Wine tasting tours in Vinho Verde are easily accessible by different means of transportation.

By Air

The two closest airports to the Vinho Verde wine region and its wine tastings and tours are Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport in Porto (OPO), located more or less 60km away, and Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) in Spain. This second airport is a bit more far away (170/200km) but it's very practical if you want to enjoy a drive along the coast between Spain and Portugal before taking part in wine tastings and tours in Vinho Verde.

By Car

If you visit the Vinho Verde wine region by car, always follow indications towards Porto/Oporto.
Wine tastings and tours in Vinho Verde are available in the vast area to the north of Portugal's second biggest city. Once you enter the Vinho Verde wine region, follow the Vinho Verde Route that drives all across the Minho region and follows the Vouga river. This route will lead you directly to wine tastings and tours in Vinho Verde.

By Train

Vinho Verde is a very vast wine region that includes several cities that can be all reached by train. The main one is Porto's station, but if you want to get closer to wine tastings and tours in Vinho Verde, you can take a train to Viana do Castelo and enjoy some fresh Ocean breeze; or you can travel to Barcelos or Guimarāes.
For more information check the website of the Portuguese rail services, CP (Comboios de Portugal).

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Everything you need to know before you take a tour to Vinho Verde

To fully capture the essence of northern Portugal, take part in wine tastings and tours in Vinho Verde and be amazed by the uniqueness of the fresh white wine produced here. Wine tastings and tours in Vinho Verde are held in stunning wineries, often called Quintas, that will leave you speechless. There are endless possibilities for wine tastings and tours in Vinho Verde. Here, you can enjoy your glass of beautifully crafted 'green wine' in the breathtaking surroundings of mountains, vineyards, ocean views, and old Quintas. We are here to help you to select the best experience!

At WineTourism.com, we provide a wide selection of wine tastings and tours in Vinho Verde together with our local partner wineries. Below you will find a list of wine tastings and tours in Vinho Verde with a direct booking option and a map of the region with the exact location of each winery. Choose your favourite Vinho Verde tour from Porto and let us know; we will guarantee you an unforgettable experience.

The best season to experience wine tastings and tours in Vinho Verde

Vinho Verde is a very rainy and cool region so the best period to go for wine tastings and tours in Vinho Verde is in Summer.
From June to August temperatures raise and the percentage of rainfalls drops, allowing visitors to have an amazing time while going around wine tastings and tours in Vinho Verde. Among these months, the absolute best would be June and the early summer period because all nature is still in bloom.

What to do in Vinho Verde?

Vinho Verde wine region covers a very vast portion of northern Portugal, so in between wine tastings and tours in Vinho Verde, here are some suggestion about places to visit:

  • Barcelos, the birthplace of the symbol of Portugal, the Rooster. If you are lucky enogh to arrive in Barcelos the day of the market.
  • Ponte de Lima is one of the oldest town in northern Portugal and it was first constructed by the Romans in the 1st Century AD.
  • The Peneda Geres National Park is a free green area located on the Castro Laboreiro platea.

What to taste in Vinho Verde?

Some tasting notes before you experience wine tastings and tours in Vinho Verde:
The general characteristics of white wines under the Vinho Verde DOC denomination are a strong aroma of lime and lemonade, grapefruit, white melon, and berries. Vinho Verde is typically a very naturally acid white wine with a very clear yellowish color. Azal wine is the most acid among the Vinho Verde grapes.
Red wines and rosés are less acid but still pretty sour. The main aromas in the bouquet are of cherries, plums, very delicate flowers, and pepper.
Come and taste these peculiar wines during one of our wine tastings and tours in Vinho Verde.

What are a typical wine tasting and tour in Vinho Verde like?

Be ready to take part in wine tastings and tours in Vinho Verde and have a fantastic time. All wineries have a tasting room where they serve guests their best and finest wines, paired with some delicious local food. Cellar tours are always available, as well as tours of the estate. A stroll through the vineyards is available with some wine tastings and tours in Vinho Verde, as well as an opportunity to directly witness the passages of the wine production and the final bottling moment.

What travellers says about Vinho Verde Wine Tours

Catherine Anne
Catherine Anne April 25, 2022
Amazing wine tasting and winery tour I cannot recommend this experience enough. Whilst it is no longer free the experience was certainly value for money, in fact it exceeded my high expectations and surpassed other wine tasting experiences I have had. The winery tour was carried out by the head wine maker (not usual) so knowledgeable. The host (one of the owners) then shared the history of the vineyards and winery. Followed by wine tastings accompanied by food. The host was very accommodating to our vegan diet providing delicious food cooked by her friend and mother. She shared her knowledge of wines and international markets with…
Sally
Sally August 5, 2022
Visit to Vinhos Norte We found the visit extremely informative and interesting. The staff were very friendly and we thoroughly enjoyed our time at the winery, especially the wine tasting!
Stephen
Stephen September 25, 2023
Quinta da Raza Visited the Quinta da Raza in the Basto sub-region of the Vinho Verde D.O.C. for a one and a half hour tour talk and tasting. We were the only guests! 3 hours later we left with a car boot full of their excellent wine, both red and white. We enjoyed a lively and intense discussion on all aspects of wine making and life in Portugal with our guide whilst tasting their wines and some local delicacies. One of our best visits this holiday. Didn't get time to visit the vineyard hence no interesting photos.
Asa
Asa September 4, 2023
Lovely presentation of the wineyard A great presentation of the Quinta . But not a traditional wine tasting as it was only tasting of 1 wine
Darin
Darin April 6, 2023
Wonderful hosts! They were so welcoming and informative. Wonderful experience. The views over the Duoro River were breathtaking.
Maija
Maija April 4, 2024
Great introduction to white wines in vinho verde area Nice presentation and tasting of wines, very private, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Easy access 45min-1h with taxi/Bolt/Uber from Porto.
Andrey
Andrey August 18, 2022
Recommended! Really enjoyed all, wine testing, tour around the vinery and our own walk around the vineyard. It was beautiful day, good wine and passionate people working with it. Thank you! Recommended!
Andrew
Andrew June 10, 2023
An absolute delight Wonderful, individual time spent with Sylvi who told us about Portuguese history and wine plus the Sapateiro’s origin. Then on to wine tasting overlooking the vineyards with a lunch platter of bread, cheeses, meats, fruit and nuts (we hadn’t expected this) which was very tasty and good accompaniment to refreshing wines. The whole experience was a highlight of our holiday and would thoroughly recommend 😁
Ronald
Ronald April 9, 2023
The best This was the best tasting, of 14, that we have done in Portugal. The wines were excellent and our hostess was very very knowledgeable.
Kate
Kate August 15, 2023
A&D Winery Amazing and personal wine tour and service with the lovely two owners and hosts of A&D winery. Very authentic, great wines and superb atmosphere.

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Language tips for wine tastings and tours in Vinho Verde

Some words to remember before you experience wine tastings and tours in Pfalz:

"Vinho" - Wine
"Prove de Vinho" - Wine tasting
"vinícola" or "Quinta" - Winery 
"Terreno Vinhático", "Vinha", "Vinhado" - Vineyard
"Adega" - Wine cellar
 Saúde! -  Cheers!

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