Browse Wineries From Setubal Peninsula's Top Wine Appellations

Setúbal

8 wineries

Palmela

2 wineries

Discover the Best Wineries to Visit in Setubal Peninsula

The wineries of Setubal Peninsula occupy a peninsula between the Tagus and the Sado estuaries south of Lisbon, where Castelão, Fernão Pires and Moscatel de Setúbal is at home and producers make rich Castelão reds from Palmela and the extraordinary fortified Moscatel de Setúbal. If you're searching for wineries near you or a guided tasting close to Setubal Peninsula, the options are right on your doorstep.

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Browse Wineries From Setubal Peninsula's Top Wine Appellations

Setúbal

8 wineries

Palmela

2 wineries

What travellers says about Setubal Peninsula Wineries

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Tetsu September 22, 2021
The winetasting was great, I will give “10” point for that The winetasting was great, I will give “10” point for that. We had a wine which was not of our favorite, and the staff brought us another wine, so we tasted...
José Maria Da Fonseca Manor House & Museum

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I travel to Setubal Peninsula wine region by air?

Lisbon Airport is the near-located international airport and it is a good starting point to start to explore wineries in Setúbal Peninsula.

How can I travel to Setubal Peninsula wine region by car?

If you’re planning to visit wineries in Setúbal Peninsula with your family or a group of friends, a car might be a nice option. The distance between Lisbon to Setúbal is 50 km and it takes about 40 minutes to get by car following A2 and A12 highways. You can enjoy various wine tastings and excursions around Palmela wine appellation, which is on the way to Setúbal.

How can I travel to Setubal Peninsula wine region by train?

One of the easiest and fastest ways to get from Lisbon to Setúbal. It's possible to catch a train from the stations Roma-Areeiro, Entrecampos, Sete Rios, or Campolide straight to Setúbal from where you can start your journey to wineries in Setúbal Peninsula. You can check the schedule of the trains by visiting the website www.fertagus.pt. A train is also a good option as it's less risk that you'll be stuck in traffic at Bridge 25 de Abril leaving city.

How can I travel to Setubal Peninsula wine region by bus?

There is also the option to go to wineries in Setúbal Peninsula by catching a bus from Lisbon. The bus company TST provides busses in two lines running in this direction. You can catch line 561 from Praça da Espanha, which is connected to the blue metro line, as well as line 562 from Oriente connected to the red metro line. The road takes around an hour journey, but you need to take into account the rush hour if you want to avoid getting into heavy traffic when leaving or entering the city, as many people live in Setubal and work in Lisbon.
Website www.tsuldotejo.pt helps to find the timetable of the bus lines.

The best season to visit wineries in Setúbal Peninsula

If you've heard the song "April in Portugal", you already know that spring is the best time to visit the country. And of course, autumn is the time of harvest, which cannot be missed. The months from April to September are considered an enjoyable time to visit wineries in Setúbal Peninsula and enjoy pleasant weather conditions from the hills, illuminated by floral carpets and almond blossoms, transforming the countryside. Summer is the best for a sea voyage on a sightseeing boat in the Sado Nature Reserve and makes sure to do a dolphin-watching tour.

What are the wineries in Setúbal Peninsula like?

Wineries in Setúbal Peninsula are mostly family-owned yet each of them has its own style of winemaking.
Here you will find:

  • Wineries with a long history of winemaking
  • Sustainable winegrowing with a strong philosophy of winemaking
  • Preservation of traditions mixed with innovative methods

The most common grape varieties and styles of wines in Setúbal Peninsula

Most common red varieties are Castelao, Moscatel Roxo, Afrocheiro, Trincadeira, Cabernet Sauvignon, Touriga Nacional, Syrah. The predominant white varieties in the region are Fernão Pires and Arinto and, of course, Moscatel, used for the production of muscat wines with the name DOC Setubal.
Setúbal Peninsula is famous for its muscat white wines, fortified wines, as well as red wines, produces from the Castelão grape variety.

Language tips for visiting wineries in Setúbal Peninsula

Some words to remember before you visit wineries in Setúbal Peninsula:

EnglishPortuguese
WineVinho
Wine tastingProve de Vinho
WineryVinicola
VineyardVinho
Wine cellarAdega
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What do wineries in Setúbal Peninsula offer?

All the wineries in Setúbal Peninsula organize unique wine experiences for their visitors. Most wineries have activities for kids, bus parking for groups, and reduced mobility access. Also, some wineries are pet-friendly and allow them inside their cellars.
Hotel and restaurant facilities are available too and all wineries have cellar door sales. However, you can check the availability of the services on our page.