Real Companhia Velha
Rua Azevedo Magalhães, N.º 314, 4430-022, Vila Nova de Gaia - Porto y Douro
La Real Companhia Velha ha desempeñado un papel relevante en la reglamentación, producción y comercio del Vino de Oporto, por lo que se puede afirmar, sin refutaciones, que la historia de la Companhia es prácticamente la historia del Vino de Oporto.
Fundada en 1756 por Carta Real de D. José I, Rey de Portugal, bajo los auspicios de su Primer-ministro, el Marqués de Pombal, la Real Companhia Velha, también conocida por Royal Oporto Wine Company, es la empresa de Vino de Oporto más antigua de Portugal.
Las bodegas seculares de la Real Companhia Velha situadas en Vila Nova de Gaia, frente a Oporto, almacenan celosamente una amplia selección de vinos de Oporto Tawny - envejecido en barriles de roble - bien como de Porto Vintage, manteniendo así el prestigio y la reputación que esta empresa disfruta hace más de 250 años.
En las bodegas y en el silencio de sus almacenes, el vino de Oporto reposa en barriles de madera noble. Allí dormidos, en una paz única, los barriles y los balseros están como que perdidos en el tiempo. 10, 20, 30 años, …, el tiempo necesario para que cada vino alcance su punto exacto de maduración.
Infraestructuras
Se entra en seguida en el auditorio, con capacidad para 60 personas, donde se visualiza un corto-metraje exclusivo de la Real Companhia Velha, que relata todo el proceso de producción, desde las Quintas en el Douro hasta las bodegas en Vila Nova de Gaia.
Localización & Direcciones
Con una localización privilegiada, fuera de la ruta de las bodegas, ofrece la oportunidad de un paseo inolvidable por la parte superior de Vila Nova de Gaia, disfrutando de las vistas maravillosas que proporcionan el Monasterio de la Sierra do Pilar y el Jardín de Morro.
Para la última visita del día deberá hacer la reserva 45 minutos antes de la hora de cierre.
GPS: N 41º 07' 57.81'', W 8º 36' 00.80''
Condiciones
Para la ultima visita del
dia debe hacer la reserva com um minimo de 45 minutos de anticipácion.
Condiciones
Categoría | Condiciones |
Cierre | 1 de Enero; 25 de Diciembre; Lunes; Domingo |
Horario Bar de Vinos | 10h00 a 17h00 |
Horas de visita | Martes a Sábado: 10h15, 11h15, 12h15, 14h45, 15h45 |
Cancelaciones | Pago por adelantado | Varían según del tipo de experiencia. Compruebe las condiciones de cada experiencia en la Reserva |
Medios de pago | MasterCard; Visa |
General | Garantía de Reserva con el número de la tarjeta de crédito; IVA incluido a la tasa vigente; Los suplementos se pagan por separado |
Servicios
Categoría | Servicios |
Actividades de Enoturismo | Degustación de vinos; Visita guiada a las instalaciones |
Restaurantes | Barras | Tienda | Tienda de Vinos |
Aparcamiento | Gratis y privado (sin reserva) |
Idiomas hablados | Español; Francés; Inglés; Português |
"I had the most remarkable tour and tasting. lasting well in excess of 1 1/2 hours. After watching a short film a charming member of their sales team walked me around showing me as expected the cellars , the barrels and the various info photos showing where their quintas and vineyards are based. I was not expecting to see their old rare barrels still under Lock & key nor the owners personal holding of 13,000 old bottles. i have had had some experience of port and she was able to answer absolutely every question i had. I was fascinated by some of her stories, for example that their head viniculturist / taster started with Real Companhia Vinha started with them at 15 years old as a trainee in the offices. I tasted 4 fine ruby vintages of the last 20 years and for contrast an aged tawny and may have been converted to a lover of tawny. There was never any question of hurry or trying to move me along. The hostesses in the bar/ sales area at the end were quick to offer to get me a taxi as their offices are a little out of the way compared to the other Port Houses. A Fantastic Tour. Thank you."
"Wonderful experience. I booked it based on the reviews and was not disappointed. The pairings and the food were delicious and served in beautiful surroundings . Explanations of the wines were interesting , helpful and not pretentious. The tour of a working winery was very illuminating. Would return again."
"Visitei a Real Companhia Velha. Passeio fantástico e atendimento de primeira. Sem falar da qualidade dos vinhos. 100% recomendo."
"Visitei a Real Companhia Velha. Passeio fantástico e atendimento de primeira. Sem falar da qualidade dos vinhos. 100% recomendo."
"We absolutely LOVED our tour. Our guide Alex was very knowledgeable and personable. He spoke multiple languages fluently and was a fantastic presenter. We loved the movie, the tour itself (especially of the oldest Porto known in Portugal). The tasting was also 5 stars, from the set up to the choices. We would highly recommend this tour to friends and family (or anyone really!)."
Fantastic tour. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic and really brought everything to life. Very interesting, particularly the tours of the old cellars. And, of course, the tasting was very enjoyable too
"Enjoyed the visit to the oldest wine cellar in Porto. Guide was helpful, attentive, friendly and has good product knowledge. Overall, I enjoyed my experience with them."