Dive deep into the heart of Portugal's wine culture. This carefully curated experience is designed for anyone keen on expanding their knowledge and appreciation of Portugal's vibrant wine scene. Go beyond the ordinary grocery store selections and immerse yourself in the rich diversity and sustainable practices that define Portuguese wines.
Throughout this captivating tasting journey, you'll explore five exceptional wines, each from a different region and producer, showcasing the unique flavors and winemaking techniques that make Portuguese wines so special. You'll be introduced to:
- João Tavares de Pina - Atinado Encruzado Branco: Hailing from the high altitudes of the Dão, this Encruzado is a masterclass in balance. João is a pioneer of biodiversity and permaculture, producing a white wine that combines the grape's signature waxiness and stone fruit notes with a crystalline acidity and a deep, saline mineral core.
- Quinta do Montalto - Pim Pam Pum Curtimenta: This organic orange wine from the Encostas d'Aire region is an inviting entry into the world of skin-contact whites. Fermented with skin maceration, it offers a textured palate with notes of dried citrus peel, wildflowers, and a light tannic grip showcasing the estate’s commitment to chemical-free farming and low-intervention cellar work.
- Prior Lucas - Baga Bairrada Rosé Espumante: Representing the chalky clay soils of Bairrada, this sparkling rosé is made from the iconic Baga grape. Prior Lucas focuses on small-batch production and traditional methods, resulting in a wine with fine bubbles, vibrant red berry fruit, and the sharp, refreshing acidity that makes Bairrada sparkling wines world-class.
- Arribas Wine Company - Saroto Palhete: This wine takes us to the remote, rugged landscape of Trás-os-Montes. A "Saroto" is a local term for an animal with its tail cut off—a nod to the "imperfect" beauty of the high-altitude old vines. This Palhete is a traditional co-fermentation of red and white grapes, capturing the wild, herbal, and stony essence of one of Portugal’s most isolated and traditional wine regions.
- Dinasta - Tinto: A bold subversion of expectations for those who associate Vinho Verde only with light "green" whites. Produced in the Minho, this red is made from the Vinhão grape, the region's most traditional red variety known for its intense color and rustic soul. Dinasta offers a fresh yet deeply pigmented profile, proving that the Vinho Verde region can produce serious, characterful reds with striking acidity and dark fruit intensity.
Not only will you savor these exquisite wines, but you'll also gain insight into each producer's sustainability efforts and the unique characteristics of the regions they hail from. This is more than just a tasting—it's a journey through Portugal's rich winemaking heritage, designed to deepen your understanding and appreciation of these remarkable wines.
Secure your spot with a 25€ prepayment below and join us for an unforgettable wine exploration and education evening.
Exclusive Event Credit
Each ticket includes a 5€ credit toward any of the wines poured that night. Credit is non‑transferable and intended for the ticketholder. Valid only during the event.
*Exact wines are subject to change based on availability.
