Távora-Varosa takes its name from the Távora and Varosa river valleys. Its vineyards lie between 500 and 800 metres in a strongly continental climate, with granite prevailing and some schist outcrops. This high-altitude setting suits sparkling wines with fresher, higher acidity. In 1989, Távora-Varosa became Portugal's first region demarcated for DOC sparkling wine.
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Elsewhere in Douro / Porto
- Douro26 producersThe Douro's steep, mainly schist terraces produce dry still wines as well as the grapes for Port. Its hot, arid conditions support ripe, powerful wines.
- PortoNo producers listed yetPorto and Vila Nova de Gaia are associated with the Port trade and cellars. The grapes grow inland in the Douro.
Producers in Távora-Varosa
Producer profiles
- Luis Seabra VinhosLuis Seabra Vinhos works across the Douro, Vinho Verde and Dão, with soil focused wines including Xisto Ilimitado Branco.
- MurganheiraA Varosa Valley sparkling-wine house turning Portuguese grapes, including Touriga Nacional, into dry, fine-bubbled wines.
- Quinta and Vineyard Bottlers Vinhos SAPortuguese Port producer identified on Ruby and Late Bottled Vintage bottlings, with two grape compositions and distinct tasting profiles.
- Quinta da Fonte BelaCartaxo estate with red and white grape plantings, Eiffel atelier architecture and wine production on the property.