Douro European City of Wine 2023 “ends with a bang”
The Douro European City of Wine 2023 will hold its closing gala on Saturday in Sernancelhe after a year with 600 activities that have promoted the region and valued producers
The Enchanting World of Wine
Wine, the age-old elixir, has been captivating human senses for thousands of years. Its rich history, diverse varieties, and the art of winemaking have intertwined with the cultures of civilizations
Sheep help in production of Douro wine
A flock of sheep are doing their bit to sustain the production of Douro wine. SIC Notícias reports how in grazing on weeds around the vines in the winter (when
Wine Movies, Quinta dos Vales Wines, and Cozy Snacks: The Perfect Trio for Rainy Winter Days
Rainy winter days create the ideal ambience for cosy indoor activities, and what better way to spend them than indulging in wine movies, accompanied by exquisite Quinta dos Vales wines
Tried and Tasted: Epicur Wine Boutique & Food
At the heart of Faro, a bountiful wine cellar is paired with daring fusion dishes in a sassy setting. The place and the name may have remained the same, but
Wine Talk – End-of-year wine thoughts
Patrick Stuart reflects on unusual year as a wine lover I expect that some of my regular readers have been missing what was my weekly column in the Resident over
Quinta dos Vales’ Finest Wines for Christmas Festivities and Traditional Portuguese Christmas Delights
Quinta dos Vales’ Finest Wines for Christmas Festivities and Traditional Portuguese Christmas Delights Quinta dos Vales, a prestigious winery located in the picturesque Algarve region of Portugal, offers an exceptional
Wine Talk – A classy Douro white at a great price
If you are thinking about getting some nice wines in for Christmas, it’s worth noting this special offer at Apolónia with 30% off of the Maria Izabel white. Usually priced
Traditional Christmas celebrations with a twist
Members of the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs from the Algarve started to celebrate Christmas with their traditional gala dinner on Friday, December 1. Celebrations this year were very different as the
Wine – Monte do Álamo Reserva white
New in at Apolónia (€16.49), this is a wine that is apparently best enjoyed when listening to Fado music; at least that is what it states on the back label.










