Port wine is one of the most beloved wines in the world and the Douro Valley in Portugal is its home. It’s a stunningly beautiful region and wine tours here offer visitors the chance to learn more about the centuries–old tradition of making port.

A Douro Valley tour of the wineries and vineyards will take you through the rolling hills of the region and its terraced vineyards. Here you’ll learn all about the traditional port–making process and the various grape varieties used to make it. The traditional port–making process is still used in the Douro Valley today.

The grapes are harvested by hand and then taken to the winery for crushing. After the crushing process, the juice is mixed with brandy and left to ferment for a few weeks in large stainless steel vats. The wine is then aged in oak barrels for up to two years before it’s ready to be bottled.

Port wine is a sweet, fortified wine that’s usually enjoyed as an aperitif or after dinner. It has a distinctive flavor that comes from the blend of grapes used to make it and the long aging process. During your tour of the Douro Valley, you’ll get to sample some of the region’s finest port wines and learn more about the history of this beloved tipple.

If you’re keen to discover the delights of the Douro Valley, a wine tour is the perfect way to do it. You’ll get to see some stunning scenery, sample delicious wines, and learn all about the traditional port–making process. So why not book a tour today and experience the magic of the Douro Valley for yourself?