Wine Tasting at Quinta do Vallado, Douro Valley – Winery Visit & Premium Tastings

Discover Douro Wines at the Source

Mentioned in documents since 1716, and owned by the iconic Ferreira family, Quinta do Vallado is one of the oldest working estates in the Douro Valley. Today, it is known not only for its legacy, but also for its forward-thinking approach to organic farming and winemaking innovation.

Your experience begins at the estate’s wine store, followed by a guided visit through the vineyards, fermentation areas, and aging cellars. Along the way, expert guides share the history of Vallado, the intricacies of Douro viticulture, and the winery’s commitment to sustainable production. This legacy of innovation makes Quinta do Vallado a benchmark in Douro Valley winemaking. Selected visits may include a virtual reality experience filmed during harvest time.

After the visit, enjoy a seated tasting of premium wines — from single-varietal expressions to iconic blends and rare Ports, depending on your chosen format.

Whether you're new to Douro wines or a seasoned aficionado, these tasting experiences offer a memorable deep dive into one of Portugal’s most storied estates.

Tasting Options

🍷 Standard Wine Tasting – €35

An ideal introduction to Douro wines.
Includes:

• Winery visit (guided)
• Tasting of 5 wines: 1 white, 3 reds, 1 Port

Duration: 1h15

🍇 Single Varieties Tasting – €50

Taste 6 indigenous grapes vinified separately.
Includes:

• Winery visit (includes outdoor vineyard walk + VR tour)
• Tasting of Prima, Ensaio* (white wines), Touriga Nacional, Sousão, Tinta Roriz and Alicante Bouschet

* Varietal depends on availability

Duration: 1h15

🍷 Port Wines Tasting – €75

Discover six styles of Port, from fresh to aged.
Includes:

• Winery visit (includes vineyard views + VR tour)
• Tasting of White, Vintage, 10-Year-Old White, 10 / 20 / 30-Year-Old Tawny Ports

Duration: 1h15

🏛️ Iconic Wines – from €200 per person

Private tasting of Vallado’s flagship labels.
Includes:

• Private winery tour
• Guided tasting of: Reserva Field Blend, Vinha da Coroa, Vinha da Granja, Adelaide

* Minimum charge for 4 participants applies

Duration: 1h15

🍷 Old Harvests – New vs. Old – from €200 per person

Compare 8 wines from different vintages of 4 key grape varieties.
Includes:

• Private winery tour
• Guided tasting of two vintages each of: Reserva Field Blend, Touriga Nacional, Sousão, Vinha da Coroa

* Minimum charge for 4 participants applies

Duration: 1h15

🍷 Old Ports – from €250 per person

A rare journey through Vallado’s aged Port wines.
Includes:

• Private winery tour
• Guided tasting of: 20 / 30 / 40 / 50-Year-Old Tawny Ports, Porto ABF 2nd Edition (1843 – historic family bottling)

* Minimum charge for 4 participants applies

Duration: 1h15

Meeting Point

📍  Quinta do Vallado Wine Store - Peso da Régua, Douro Valley, Portugal

Important Information
• Tastings only available for guests 18+
• Children may accompany but won’t be served alcohol
• Some paths include stairs and outdoor inclines
• Comfortable footwear and weather-appropriate clothing recommended
• Experiences operate rain or shine
• Open daily from 10:00 to 19:00 (closed Jan 1 & Dec 25)

Sustainable Characteristics
• Certified organic vineyards since early 2000s
• No herbicides or pesticides used
• Commitment to biodiversity and low-impact farming
• Family-owned, heritage-driven winery
• Supports sustainable tourism in the Douro Valley