Adega Regional de Colares
Alameda Coronel Linhares de Lima, nº 32, 2705-351, Colares - Lisbon
Unmatched region with pre-phylloxera vines, unusual deep sandy soils, where even the phylloxera bug couldn’t thrive has unique grape varieties (Ramisco and Malvasia de Colares) that deserves to be known.
In Detail
Located between Sintra mountain and the Atlantic Ocean, Colares region encloses the parishes of Colares, S. João das Lampas and S. Martinho, in Sintra district. Colares has been an Appellation Origin since 1908, being the westernmost demarcated region of continental Europe and the smallest still-wine producing region in Portugal.
Understanding the importance of protecting and preserving the Colares wine culture, its unique varieties and original viticulture methods. The ARColares philosophy rests on the imperative to ‘respect the Colares terroir’ and continue the tradition of our ancestors.
ARColares produce temperamental wine from the Old World. The cooperative winery at Colares (Adega Regional de Colares) was founded in 1931. It congregates today more than 50% of the total production, with an important social role in the region. Its beautiful building dates back to the late of 19th century, with an imposing interior housing wooden barrels, casks and vats totaling more than 1 million litters capacity. It is the maturing and aging place "par excellence” for the wines of this appellation.
Infrastructure
Wine Shop and Tasting Room
Understanding the importance of protecting and preserving the Colares wine culture, its unique varieties and original viticulture methods. The ARColares philosophy rests on the imperative to ‘respect the Colares terroir’ and continue the tradition of our ancestors.
ARColares produce temperamental wine from the Old World. The cooperative winery at Colares (Adega Regional de Colares) was founded in 1931. It congregates today more than 50% of the total production, with an important social role in the region. Its beautiful building dates back to the late of 19th century, with an imposing interior housing wooden barrels, casks and vats totaling more than 1 million litters capacity. It is the maturing and aging place "par excellence” for the wines of this appellation.
Infrastructure
Wine Shop and Tasting Room
Room where you can taste and purchase the products produced at Colares Region.
Localización & DireccionesAdega de Colares is located in Colares.
GPS: 38°48'22.1" N, 9°27'00.8" W
Conditions
Category | Conditions |
Reservation | Subject to the confirmation of availability |
Group Size | Minimum 2 people |
Closing time | Saturday; Sunday |
Visiting hours | 11:00 am, 4:00 pm |
Cancellation | Prepayment | Vary depending on the type of experiences. Check the conditions of each experience in your Reservation |
Means of payment | Mastercard; Visa |
General | Booking Guarantee with credit card number; VAT at the legal rate included; Supplements have to be paid separately |
Services
Category | Services |
Wine Tourism Activities | Wine Tasting; Guided Tour to the Facilities; Participation of Enologist; Tasting of regional products |
Spoken Languages | English; Português |
Reviewed by Kasia, 09.2016
"Great customer service! Very helpful. All went fine. We enjoyed The tour on Colares."
Reviewed by Katarzyna Bombrych, Lituânia, 08.2016
"Great customer service! Very helpful. All went fine. We enjoyed The tour on Colares"
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