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Discover the history of Port Wine on an informative tour in the Burmester Wine Cellars.
Learn about the background and legacy of the prestigious brand, the origins of Port Wine, see where the wine ages and then taste two varieties of the Portuguese nectar.
Get to know the Burmester Port Wine with a visit to the Burmester wine cellars.
Travel through the process of port wine production and marvel at each step of it.
Taste two varieties of Burmester Port Wine at the end of the visit.
LANGUAGE
English, Portuguese, French, Spanish and Italian.
MEETING POINT
Burmester Cellars, Vila Nova de Gaia
SCHEDULES
ES: 14:15h, 17:15h / ING: 10:00h, 17:00h / FR: 15:45h / Italian: 15:30h. / PRT: 12:00h
1h30 (approximately)
John Burmester and his partner Henry Nash founded the brand in 1750, way before the Douro Region was declared as demarcated but always with Porto and the Douro in mind. Since then, the brand has been producing quality Port Wines combining tradition, knowledge and passion with a modern vision.
On this visit to the wine cellars, the guide will explain everything about the Burmester brand, from its roots to the current and future projects. You will also learn about the production of Port Wine, covering every step from the selection of the best grapes, to the bottling process and aging time depending on the desired variety of wine.
To complete the visit, you will taste two different port wines and learn how to notice their differences.
No cancellation fee if you cancel until 72 hours prior to the activity date.
Cancellations less than 72 hours or no show, a fee of 100% will be charge.
The itinerary may be subject to changes without prior notice due to local circumstances or events
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