Wine: Cabriz Encruzado Reserva
Only rarely do I dedicate this column to a wine made by one of Portugal’s mass producers, but occasionally I find it is worth revisiting some of the big names.
Escolhido rosé from Quinta dos Santos
Located just to the west of Carvoeiro in the Algarve, Quinta dos Santos is best known for its craft beers, but ongoing investment and an unwavering focus on quality has
Get to know the Algarve’s best food and wine
The best way to explore Portugal is through two things: its culture and its gastronomy. Besides being known for its beaches and coastline, as well as its rich history, Portugal
Wine talk: An elegant Douro varietal from the Viosinho grape
This wine was up for tasting at the Apolónia Lagoa store last weekend along with others from the same producer and it was the definite standout of the line-up for
Wine: Something new from M.O.B.
Fairly new on the market and only just in at Apolónia is Mini MOB, and no, it is not in a small bottle; the “mini” being an abbreviation of minimalist, meaning
Discovering the Algarve through its wines
There is much more to the Algarve’s transcendent beauty than just breathtaking beaches and the ocean. Beautiful landscapes that will make you fall in love with the area are hidden
Iconic fortress welcomes Portimão Wine Tasting
Local winemakers will showcase their best creations Some of the best local wines will be showcased at the eighth edition of Portimão Wine Tasting, which will take place between July
Wine: A light and fruity “clarete” from the Douro
To the foreign consumer, the label on this wine can cause some confusion, for the meaning of “clarete” in Portuguese means something totally different to what was once a commonly
Wine: Arinto from Barranco Longo
The Barranco Longo winery near Algoz is one of the trailblazers of Algarve wine producers. They were probably the first producer in the region to get their wines featured on
Choosing the right wine glass to appreciate wine
If you enjoy wine and want to improve your wine-tasting experience, you probably already know to pay attention to various factors. You’d probably determine the bottle you purchase based on