The Rota dos Vinhos Verdes represents a deep immersion into the millennial wine culture of Portugal and offers a unique exploration of its origins and flavours.

Located in the northwest of Portugal, this region is a tapestry of lush vegetation, steep mountains, and fertile valleys, stretching from Melgaço to Vale de Cambra and from Esposende to the granitic mountains of Basto.

It is here that unparalleled wines are born, from the classic, young, and fresh Vinho Verde to the more sophisticated ones, with great storage potential and ageing, complex and intense with mineral flavours and aromas.

The region’s climatic diversity is reflected in its nine subregions, each with its native grape varieties, contributing to the rich palette of flavours and styles of Vinho Verde.

From the robust Alvarinho in Monção and Melgaço to the fragrant Loureiro in the subregions of Lima, Cávado, and Ave, each area brings its unique characteristic to Vinho Verde.

This richness of varieties ensures there is a Vinho Verde for every moment, from the perfect accompaniment to light and fresh dishes to complementing spicy or richly flavoured meals.

The enotourism proposal of the Rota dos Vinhos Verdes

The Rota dos Vinhos Verdes is not just a journey through the palate but a complete enotouristic experience that encompasses the history, culture, and tradition of Portugal.

With up to thirty members enriching the itinerary, visitors can enjoy a variety of activities ranging from accommodation in unique places, wine tastings, walks through vineyards and picnics, to SPA, jeep rides, and hiking trails, where the Vinho Verde is the protagonist.

This route offers the opportunity to closely know the authenticity of the Vinhos Verdes, produced exclusively with native varieties in a demarcated region that preserves a unique typicity of aromas and flavours worldwide.

The evolution of enotourism in the region has been notable, with producers offering diversified enotouristic programmes that go beyond wine, including leisure and relaxation, for the whole family.

A tradition that is lived all year round

Besides wine, the Rota dos Vinhos Verdes is a testimony to the rich cultural and festive tradition of the region. From the Camino de Santiago, which crosses several subregions of Vinho Verde, to the popular festivities celebrated throughout the year, such as the Festa da Senhora da Agonia in Viana do Castelo and the Peregrinação a S. Bento da Porta Aberta in Terras de Bouro, the region offers a vibrant calendar of events that reflect the joy and hospitality of its people.

The hotel offer in the region is broad and varied, with options ranging from Wine Hotels to rural tourism, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the enotouristic experience. The Rota dos Vinhos Verdes is an invitation to explore not only the flavours and aromas of its wines but also the history, culture, and warmth of Portugal.

The participation of Rota dos Vinhos Verdes in the next edition of FINE #WineTourism Marketplace, on the 13th and 14th of March 2024, is an exceptional opportunity to get to know its enotouristic proposal more deeply. This event is poised as the ideal stage to discover the wonders this region has to offer to wine and tourism enthusiasts.