Enotourism is a field that has been growing over the past decade, with more and more travelers becoming interested in getting to know the world of wine, and where it is produced.
Regions such as Mendoza, Argentina and Tuscany, Italy might be more famous, but Northern Portugal also has an enviable wine culture, which will show you so many different facets of these beverages. Here are some of the highlights of the region!
Vila Nova Wine Cellars
The city of Porto is the hub of the region, and the town across the Douro River that is a walking distance to the city center is Vila Nova da Gaia. Here, you will find all of the world’s best renowned port wine cellars, which produce this fortified wine that is famous around the world. Visits and tours are easily arranged, and a great way to spend an afternoon in the city.
Douro Vineyards
So, just where do the grapes that make the port wine come from? If you head east out of the city of Porto, you’ll enter the Douro Valley, a beautiful natural region that is home to a selection of world-class vineyards and wineries, which produce a delicious product in a gorgeous natural setting.
The Undiscovered World of Vinho Verde
A wine that has grown in popularity in recent years and hails from this region is called Vinho Verde, or green wine. The northern region of the country features the Vinho Verde Way, which winds you through the beautiful countryside of the Minho district from small town to small town and winery to winery.
