Portuguese Wine

Portuguese Wines from Great Wines Direct

Portuguese wine has long been a staple on supermarket shelves and has also been around for centuries having been introduced to the region by some of the most ancient civilisations like the Greeks, Carthaginians, Phoenicians and Romans.

During the time of the Roman Empire, Portugal had first begun exporting wines to Rome, although the modern wine export industry began in 1703 following the Methuen Treaty.

It was as a result of this treaty and the subsequent wine trade with England that many different varieties of wine began to be cultivated here. Today, there are two UNESCO protected wine producing regions in Portugal – the Pico Island region and the Douro Valley region. There are many local kinds of wines, all with their own distinctive personalities.

For many years, wine has been one of Portugal's most noteworthy exports, and today it is the 7th biggest wine exporter in the world in terms of value.

Its Vinho Verde region is well known and is located in the country's north west area. It took its name from the fact that the grapes used to make wine in this region are green, or under-ripe. Today, wines from this region are the most exported of all Portuguese wines following Port. White wines are most popular, however Portugal also produces some good reds and, occasionally, roses. The Vinho Alvarinho is one especially notable variety with a higher alcohol content which can only be produced under EU law in one small Monaco sub region.

While once thought of as bitter tasting, Douro wines come from the region that is best known for its port wines. However, they are now becoming more popular thanks to their similar traits to the port that is cultivated nearby.

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Red 12.5

Pegoes, 'Santo Isidro Red', Peninsula de Setubal NV 25cl £3.84

Juicy notes of red damsons and plums, soft and easy drinking

White 12

Pegoes, 'Santo Isidro White', Peninsula de Setubal NV 25cl £3.70

A richly flavoured white wine with flavours of tropical fruit and toasted pineapple through to a spicy finish

White 12

Pegoes, 'Santo Isidro White', Peninsula de Setubal 2023 75cl £9.53

A richly flavoured white wine with flavours of tropical fruit and toasted pineapple through to a spicy finish

White 13.5

Soito, Dao, 'Estate White', Encruzado 2023 75cl £22.76

A refreshing, creamy wine from the Encruzado variety, with delicious notes of lemon balm, orange blossom, juicy white fruits and layers of citrus

Red 20

Barros Vintage Port, Douro 2002 75cl £61.73

Lovely balance between opulence and finesse, with a silky texture and beautifully sustained flavours of dried black plum and dates with a long, elegant finish

Red 14

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Quinta Do Crasto Superior Douro Red Magnum 2020 150cl £41.18

Magnum The wine has beautifully perfumed fruit and spice aromas, reminiscent perhaps of Cote Rotie or even of Chateau Cos d'Estournel It's intense and vibrant, with velvety texture and so-subtle oakiness Enjoy it immediately with grilled lamb or steak, or tuck it away for up to four years Yum!

Red 14.5

Quinta Do Crasto Vinha Maria Teresa 2019 75cl £176.90

A very special wine that is only made in outstanding vintages from an historic east-facing vineyard planted with at least 49 vine varieties Intense, vibrant violet colour On the nose there is great depth and complexity, with aromas of wild forest flowers, white pepper and soft dark chocolate On the palate it is upfront yet in perfect harmony It is full-bodied and richly flavoured, with superb tannin, acid and fruit balance Intense, wild forest flowers and integrated oak and spice contribute to its impressive palate structure and length

Red 20

Barros LBV Port, Douro 2019 75cl £25.26

Lovely balance between power and finesse with a silky texture and beautifully sustained flavours of fleshy black cherry fruit

White 12.5

Santo Isidro de Pegoes, Peninsula de Setubal, 'Sobreiro de Pegoes' Colheita Branco 2022 75cl £10.30

Aromatic floral notes together with tropical and citrus flavours and a touch of spice, lead to a creamy texture beautifully balanced by a fresh finish

White 12

Leme, Vinho Verde, Loureiro Alvarinho 2022 75cl £13.88

A beautifully aromatic Vinho Verde with vibrant citrus, stone fruits and orange blossom underpinned by a delicious mineral note leading to a long, lively finish

Red 14.5

Quinta Do Crasto Vinha da Ponte 2018 75cl | Great Wines Direct

Quinta Do Crasto Vinha da Ponte 2018 75cl £176.90

Vinha da Ponte is one of the best wines in the entire Douro region Like its sister wine, Vinha Maria Teresa, it takes its name from a centenary plot of vines, and is only made in years of exceptional quality Rarely are more than 4,000 bottles produced This is a distinctive wine, with rich and intense aromas of ripe fruit that stand out elegantly over the notes of oak It is powerful and elegant on the palate and finishes with great balance and persistence, ensuring its development in the bottle for years to come One of the most emblematic wines of the historic Quinta do Crasto, Vinha da Ponte has only been produced in 1998, 2000, 2003, 2004, 2007, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2018, and it fully lives up to the fame of these exceptional vintages

Red 12.5

Pegoes, Santo Isidro Red, Peninsula de Setubal - 10 Ltr Bag In Box 1000cl £110.20

A rich, raspberry and violet-scented wine, with a soft tannins and easy-drinking finish

White 11.5

Pegoes, Santo Isidro White, Peninsula de Setubal - 10 Ltr Bag In Box 1000cl £106.04

Red 14.5

Quinta Do Crasto Vinha Maria Teresa Magnum 2018 150cl | Great Wines Direct

Quinta Do Crasto Vinha Maria Teresa Magnum 2018 150cl £383.83

White 19

Cockburn's White Heights Port 75cl NV £31.88

Fresh tropical fruit flavours such as papaya and pineapple lead the way, supported by light aromas of honeysuckle Crisp yellow plum and pear notes finish with a touch of vanilla

Red 14.5

Quinta Do Crasto Vinha Maria Teresa 2018 75cl £176.90