Fruto Absurdo – Something totally different from the Alentejo
Regular readers of my column may have noticed that only very rarely do I mention Alentejo wines. This is not because I have anything against the region – in fact
MR Premium (but very disappointing) Rosé
I’ve been writing this column almost every week for over two years now and I think only once before have I written a negative article about a wine. But as
Soalheiro Alvarinho 2012 – Docile, and incredibly versatile
From one of the top Alvarinho producers in the Minho comes this unusual and surprisingly versatile wine. This is an ideal sweet wine for people who do not really like
Just one of many bargains at the Apolónia wine festival
The Apolónia wine festival is in full swing at the Almancil and Galé supermarkets with some great bargains to be had in all price ranges. I visited last weekend and
Richard Mayson talk to the Algarve Wine Society at Vila Monte
Presentation || Does altitude have a physical impact on vineyards and the quality of grapes? With global warming uppermost in the minds of many growers, there is currently a rush
Charity wine tasting and dinner to benefit Food Bank
Rotary clubs in the Algarve have supported the Banco Alimentar (Food Bank) with various projects in the past. Funds are once again being raised for this vital association, this time
Colinas Reserva 2008 – From Bairrada to the world
Randomly selecting a bootle of wine off the shelf from a producer you have never heard of is a hit and miss business. I noticed this Bairrada red on the
Wine talk – Colinas Reserva 2008
From Bairrada to the world Randomly selecting a bootle of wine off the shelf from a producer you have never heard of is a hit and miss business. I noticed
Monte da Casteleja Rosé 2013 – Algarve in a bottle
On the rear label of this Algarve rosé, the producer rounds off his description of the wine with “summer in a glass”. I wouldn’t disagree, but this would apply to
Portuguese wines in Asia
I got back last week from a business trip to Asia. This took me as usual to Macau where I am accustomed to seeing Portuguese wine on sale everywhere, as

