Welcome to Global Wines
Dão Sul Company Foundation
Dão Sul Foundation – Wine Society, SA, in Carregal do Sal.
GLOBAL WINES
We were born in 1990 in Dão, under the company’s name Dão Sul.
We wanted to be the biggest company in the oldest region of still and unfortified wines in Portugal- the Dão Wine Region.
When we reached that goal, we chased other dreams, other adventures, in other regions and other countries.
Today we are still the leading company in Dão. But we are also a company from Bairrada, from Alentejo, and even from Brazil. We currently have 5 wine tourism spaces, in which three have restaurants. We pair wine with gastronomy, and bring to life the greatest sensations, in one perfect experience. We receive, daily, visitors from all over the world, and we seek to give them the best gastronomical and wine experiences.
We travel the world and are, currently, present in five continents.
Nowadays, our brands reach over 40 countries.
With wines praised by the top world critics, the doors have been opened and the dream is being fulfilled.
Today, as always, the path is forward and the future is what moves us.
Every day we build another step towards world recognition, in a work that is done by people and for people. Through the language of wine, we build a bridge between a small mountainous region in the centre of Portugal and the world.
We blaze the trails of wine with determination, because we know exactly what our goal is: to be present at every table in the world. We raise our glasses to cheer to all those who share our passion, a passion that drives us in our work, harvest after harvest: the wine, in a trip that repeats itself, year after year, for thirty years.
CHRONOLOGY
MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD
Vitor Castanheira and Jorge Pina Members of the Board of Directors
“At Global Wines, we respect the authenticity and culture of each region.
We are unique. In nature, in people and in wines.
We have it in our DNA to go and conquer, but we don’t walk alone.
Because wine is meant to be shared.
That is why, through our brands, we aim to offer an unforgettable experience
every time someone drinks our wine, anywhere in the world.”
QUALITY AND FOOD SECURITY
At Global Wines, our policy is to cherish our product that is wine, always taking into account the dynamics of the market and the sector aiming to secure its quality and security.
To achieve that goal, at Global Wines we always strive to improve our methods in a technological and organizational level. We try to make our products adequate for their market and to take into consideration the sustainability and security of the whole process.
RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT AND INOVATION (RDI)
At Global Wines, we wish to aid the development of the wine sector in Portugal. Therefore, RDI is a fundamental part of our evolution.
RDI possesses an Applied Research Center since 2003 with their mission being to find the best solutions for a multitude of situations and to develop research courses for the company that would increase our company’s competitiveness. That might be achieved through the search for answers to the potential problems that might emerge during production or through the optimization of the processes in order to improve our products and our organization. Global Wines has then established several partnerships with institutions belonging to the Sistema Científico e Tecnológico nacional (SCT) as well as with several foreign institutions that are developing new lines of investigation in viticulture, oenology and marketing.
This has borne its fruits and Global Wines is now known in the global market as one of the most dynamic and innovative producers.
GLOBAL WINES PRESENCE IN THE WORLD
Europa
Germany Slovakia Latvia
Austria Spain Netherlands
Belgium Finland Hungary
Bulgaria France Poland
Switzerland England Portugal
Czech Republic Ireland Romania
Dinamarca Italy Sweden
Estonia Luxembourg .
.
Asia
United Arab Emirates
China
Hong Kong
India
Japan
Korea
Macao
Russia
Taiwan
Africa
Angola
Ghana
Mozambique
Sao Tome and Principe
Swaziland
East Timor
America
Brazil
Canada
Mexico
Panama
USA
Projects
Global-Wines-Internationalization-Project-for-the-biennium-2016-2018
CHRONOLOGY
1990 – Dão Sul Foundation – Wine Society, SA, in Carregal do Sal.
2000 – Company Constitution Encostas do Douro – Sociedade Vitivinícola, SA., in Douro.
2001 – Establishment in partnership of the company Quinta das Tecedeiras – Wine Society, Lda., in Douro
2002 -Constitution of the company “Quinta do Encontro” – Sociedade Vitivinícola, Lda., In Bairrada
Constitution in partnership of the company Martim Joanes Gradil – Sociedade Vitivinícola, Lda., In the region of Lisbon
2003 – Constitution of Quinta de Cabriz – Enoturismo, Lda., Pioneer of wine tourism in Portugal, in Carregal do Sal
Constitution of Sociedade Vitivinícola, Lda. And Vinibrasil – Wines of Brazil S.A., with production and winemaking in the Northeastern region of the S. Francisco Valley – Brazil
2004 – Constitution of the company Paço de Santar – Vinhos do Dão, SA., With the acquisition of the real estate of Casa do Soito and Paço dos Cunhas, in Santar.
Constitution of the company Herdade Monte da Cal – Alentejo Wines, SA., in Alentejo
2006- Entry in the capital, with a majority stake, in Sociedade Agrícola de Santar, SA., in Santar
2007 – Inauguration of the Quinta do Encontro winery, an architectural landmark in the Bairrada region.
2008 – Inauguration of the wine tourism space at Paço dos Cunhas de Santar. Paço dos Cunhas de Santar was voted Best Wine Tourism of the Year by the Wine Magazine.
Inauguration of the Herdade Monte da Cal Winery, in Alentejo.
2010 – Incorporation in partnership of the company Encostas de Lourosa Green Wines, Lda. The Global Wines group started to operate in the main Portuguese regions.
Joint Venture Nam Kwong Wines & Spirits, the company responsible for marketing the wines of the Global Wines Group in China.
2015 – Commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the Cabriz brand in the market, with a special edition of Cabriz 25 years wine Commemorative edition 1990.2015.
GLOBAL WINES
We were born in 1990 in Dão, under the company’s name Dão Sul.
We wanted to be the biggest company in the oldest region of still and unfortified wines in Portugal- the Dão Wine Region.
When we reached that goal, we chased other dreams, other adventures, in other regions and other countries.
Today we are still the leading company in Dão. But we are also a company from Bairrada, from Alentejo, and even from Brazil. We currently have 5 wine tourism spaces, in which three have restaurants. We pair wine with gastronomy, and bring to life the greatest sensations, in one perfect experience. We receive, daily, visitors from all over the world, and we seek to give them the best gastronomical and wine experiences.
We travel the world and are, currently, present in five continents.
Nowadays, our brands reach over 40 countries.
With wines praised by the top world critics, the doors have been opened and the dream is being fulfilled.
Today, as always, the path is forward and the future is what moves us.
Every day we build another step towards world recognition, in a work that is done by people and for people. Through the language of wine, we build a bridge between a small mountainous region in the centre of Portugal and the world.
We blaze the trails of wine with determination, because we know exactly what our goal is: to be present at every table in the world. We raise our glasses to cheer to all those who share our passion, a passion that drives us in our work, harvest after harvest: the wine, in a trip that repeats itself, year after year, for thirty years.
MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD
Vitor Castanheira and Jorge Pina Members of the Board of Directors
“At Global Wines, we respect the authenticity and culture of each region.
We are unique. In nature, in people and in wines.
We have it in our DNA to go and conquer, but we don’t walk alone.
Because wine is meant to be shared.
That is why, through our brands, we aim to offer an unforgettable experience
every time someone drinks our wine, anywhere in the world.”
FOOD QUALITY AND SAFETY
Global Wines’ policy is the vertical valorisation of the wine product, always seeking to take into account the perception of market and sector dynamics, in order to guarantee its quality and food safety.
To fulfill this assumption, Global Wines is committed to the continuous search for technological and organizational improvements, always aiming to ensure the adequacy of its products to the market and taking into account the sustainability and safety of its process.
RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT AND INNOVATION
Committed to the progress and development of the wine sector in Portugal, Global Wines builds on IDI a fundamental aspect of its evolution.
It has had an Applied Research Center since 2003, with the mission of finding solutions at various levels and defining valid research lines for increasing the company’s competitiveness, either by seeking answers to problems that may arise throughout production, or by process optimization to improve your products and your organization.
Global Wines has established partnerships with various institutions of the National Scientific and Technological System (SCT) as well as with foreign institutions, developing new internal research lines in the areas of viticulture, oenology and marketing. With this in mind, Global Wines is today a company recognized in the global market as one of the most dynamic and innovative producers.
GLOBAL WINES AROUND THE WORLD
Europa Asia
Germany United Arab Emirates
Austria China
Belgium Hong Kong
Bulgaria India
Switzerland Japan
Czech Republic Koreia
Denmark Macao
Estonia Russia
Spain Taiwan
Finland Africa
France Angola
Ireland Ghana
Italy Mozambique
Luxembourg São Tome and Principe
Latvia Swaziland
Netherlands East Timor
Hungary America
Poland Brasil
Portugal Canada
Romania Mexico
Sweden Panama
Slovakia USA
England
NEWSLETTERS
Projects
Global-Wines-Internationalization-Project-for-the-biennium-2016-2018
CABRIZ
It is the leading brand from Dão and the world’s best seller from that region. Cabriz tells a story that is born in Dão, in a trip through the heart of Portugal, through the lands, hills and people, presenting a wide portfolio that seeks to fulfil all segments and moments of consumption but always following the same principle: to give our clients wines that have great quality-price ratio. From wines that are perfect for your daily life like Colheita Selecionada (red, white and rosé) to more premium wines like Reserva white and red. Cabriz also offers wines that follow the latest consumption tendencies with two organic wines (white and red) and two varietals from the famous Touriga Nacional from Dão: a young tasting red wine and a creative white wine, made from this red variety. Cabriz Touriga Nacional white was launched in 2017 and it shows the innovative personality of the brand: it was the first Portuguese white wine made from Touriga Nacional, the main variety in Dão. The brand’s portfolio is complete with a range of sparkling wines – hallmarks of the brand and the region – and a fortified wine of limited production.
The wines from Cabriz, known for their consistent quality, harvest after harvest, can be found not only in Portugal, but also in the United States, England, Germany, Brazil, Angola and several other countries. Cabriz is, currently, the world’s best-selling wine from Dão and has received the best national and international reviews. In 2011 and again in 2016 Cabriz Colheita Selecionada Red to join the Top 100 of Wine Spectator – the most famous north American wine magazine and a reference in the field – and it was the best ranked Portuguese wine. THAT IS WHY WE SAY THAT DÃO IS CABRIZ.
The wines from Cabriz, known for their consistent quality, harvest after harvest, can be found not only in Portugal, but also in the United States, England, Germany, Brazil, Angola and several other countries. Cabriz is, currently, the world’s best-selling wine from Dão and has received the best national and international reviews. In 2011 and again in 2016 Cabriz Colheita Selecionada Red to join the Top 100 of Wine Spectator – the most famous north American wine magazine and a reference in the field – and it was the best ranked Portuguese wine. THAT IS WHY WE SAY THAT DÃO IS CABRIZ.
CASA DE SANTAR
Casa de Santar is historically connected to wine production. Founded in the end of the 18th century, it is one the most iconics wine making estates in Dão, due to its history, dimension and the reputation of its wines. The wines from this noble house are renowned due to their tradition, authenticity and nobility, reasons that make this brand from Dão so special and known for its 200-year-old history. A couple of kilometres from Casa de Santar, we can begin to see on the horizon several hectares of vineyard, which is very rare in this part of the country. Casa de Santar owns the largest continuous terrain in Dão, with 103 hectares, 83 of red varieties and 20ha of white varieties. Santar’s most well known plot is Vinha dos Amores, a slope with incredible soil and solar exposure where we grow the best Encruzado and Touriga Nacional grapes. Vinha dos Amores, or Lovers Vineyard in English, got its name because it was, since time immemorial, the meeting point for all the lovers of the village of Santar in their passionate rendezvous. Here were born some of the most elegant wines in Portugal that have earned high scores and awards from national and international critics. The estate has been connected to the same family for 13 generations and the cellar deserves a proper tour: from the cellar to the fermentation room with its stainless-steel vats, through the wine-aging room where the wines rest in French oak barrels and where we can find the highlight of this room, the incredibly old copper alembic. Then, we carry on to the tasting room and the cellar that keeps and protects the brands’ oldest harvests.
PAÇO DOS CUNHAS
In the village of Santar, we find Paço dos Cunhas, a 17th century estate (1609) and an example of Nature’s generosity. Paço dos Cunhas was, in all its history, always connected to wine making: wine has always been produced in this house, which makes it the predecessor of the wine making estates in the region of Dão.
In 2002, when Global Wines bought Paço dos Cunhas, we began the revival and restoration of the old vines and the replantation of new ones. Today, Paço dos Cunhas has about 27ha of vines that are organically produced since 2007. Vinha do Contador, that includes 7ha of the mentioned 27ha, is known as one of the most charismatic vineyards of Dão. Given the morphology of the land and the solar exposure, this vineyard is quite unique. Recognized by its potential and the singularity of the terroir, it creates unique wines that broadcast Dão perfectly by their elegance, freshness and ageing potential, characteristics that are exclusive of the best wines of this region. With criteria, harvest after harvest, we selected, with great care, the wines that bear the name of Vinha do Contador. Here we only produce wines that respect the philosophy from Paço dos Cunhas. Special and unique wines that bring out the terroir and stand out due to the small details and the precision of the wine making and viticulture that shape them from vine to bottle, in their long journey. The brand currently has three products from Vinha do Contador: a white wine, a red wine and a brandy. Vinha do Contador Grande Júri was the first wine in Portugal to be under the scrutiny of an international jury (with critics, journalists, sommeliers and Masters of Wine) before it was even launched. This tasting would decide if the wine would be a regular top-quality wine for this year (Vinha do Contador) or an exceptional top-quality wine (Vinha do Contador Grande Júri).
In 2002, when Global Wines bought Paço dos Cunhas, we began the revival and restoration of the old vines and the replantation of new ones. Today, Paço dos Cunhas has about 27ha of vines that are organically produced since 2007. Vinha do Contador, that includes 7ha of the mentioned 27ha, is known as one of the most charismatic vineyards of Dão. Given the morphology of the land and the solar exposure, this vineyard is quite unique. Recognized by its potential and the singularity of the terroir, it creates unique wines that broadcast Dão perfectly by their elegance, freshness and ageing potential, characteristics that are exclusive of the best wines of this region. With criteria, harvest after harvest, we selected, with great care, the wines that bear the name of Vinha do Contador. Here we only produce wines that respect the philosophy from Paço dos Cunhas. Special and unique wines that bring out the terroir and stand out due to the small details and the precision of the wine making and viticulture that shape them from vine to bottle, in their long journey. The brand currently has three products from Vinha do Contador: a white wine, a red wine and a brandy. Vinha do Contador Grande Júri was the first wine in Portugal to be under the scrutiny of an international jury (with critics, journalists, sommeliers and Masters of Wine) before it was even launched. This tasting would decide if the wine would be a regular top-quality wine for this year (Vinha do Contador) or an exceptional top-quality wine (Vinha do Contador Grande Júri).
ENCONTRO
In the heart of Bairrada – in São Lourenço do Bairro, where wine making began in 1930 – lies a round building that resembles a gigantic barrel of wine. It is a landmark of that landscape, half a distance away from the mountains of Caramulo and Buçaco and the sea. The architect Pedro Mateus favoured wood in this construction and decided to refrain from using any stairs. The connection between all four floors is made is a spiral that mirrors the motion of a corkscrew. In this building, all comes down to wine. The fireplace is shaped like a bottle and the wooden boards around the building are like an everlasting structure that symbolizes the making of wine – a work that starts over, from scratch, every year. In addition to the cellar, there is also a restaurant and an event space with windows that frame the vineyards and resemble canvases that change every day and every season, giving us a 360-degree view over the mountains and vineyards all around.
Quinta do Encontro has a range of sparkling wines, including a brut non-vintage white and a rosé, a Baga and our unsurpassable leader Encontro Special Cuvée. In still wines, we have three reds: Encontro Baga Blend, Encontro Reserva Preto Branco, 100% Baga and the top seller Encontro 1.
In whites, Quinta do Encontro has two wines: Encontro Bical and the top seller Encontro 1.
Quinta do Encontro has a range of sparkling wines, including a brut non-vintage white and a rosé, a Baga and our unsurpassable leader Encontro Special Cuvée. In still wines, we have three reds: Encontro Baga Blend, Encontro Reserva Preto Branco, 100% Baga and the top seller Encontro 1.
In whites, Quinta do Encontro has two wines: Encontro Bical and the top seller Encontro 1.
MONTE DA CAL
Surrounded by the quietness landscape of northern Alentejo, Monte da Cal merges perfectly with the soothing environment of the nature in this part of the country and is rimmed by an infinity of vineyards, cork oak trees, and olive trees, that only disappear far away on the horizon. Here, we plant the red varieties Trincadeira, Syrah, Aragonês, Alicante Bouschet, Alfrocheiro and Touriga Nacional; and the white varieties Antão Vaz, Viognier, Arinto and Alvarinho. The architecture and décor of the estate reflect the Arabic influences that are deeply present in Alentejo’s culture, along with the estate’s modern cellar where all the wines are produced and aged reflecting the typical Terroir of the Northern Alentejo.
Monte da Cal’s portfolio fully addresses the goal of producing high-quality wines, that target small niches in the market, as well as some great value wines. Monte da Cal offers a white and a red, elegant, fruity and smooth wines but keeping the authenticity of alentejo. The high-end wine are all under the brand Saturno, where we can find incredibly fresh and with great complexity wines, highlighting the unique Terroir of the estate.
VINHA MARIA
Vinha Maria wines were born from the knowlege and diversity of Global Wines thourghout the different Regions and Terroirs of Portugal. From the mountains to the sea. From the highest vineyads to the plains, we have chosen the best grapes and the best blends to create modern wines, spreading the Portuguese grapes diversity and the uniqueness of Portuguese wines.
GRILOS
Grilos was born in 1993 at Quinta dos Grilos, Tondela – Portugal. Grilos wines – with a young profile and a modern image – are made for straightforward people, with young spirit. These Dão wines are made in the new word’s sytle, but without ever ceasing to be Dão wines, because that’s the nature ofthis brand. In 2017 Grilos Reserva received 90 points from the critics of the prestigious American magazine Wine Enthusiast. Grilos White was also considered, in 2016, one of the best Portuguese white wines priced under 10 dollars by another important American publication, Wine & Spirit Magazine.
ASTROLABIUM
The astrolabe is a navigation instrument that contributed greatly to the success of the Portuguese discoveries. The Astrolabium wine originates in vineyards from a dristrict terroir, planted in gentle slopes, withexcellent exposure and granitic soils. Vinified from Encruzado and Cerceal-Branco, presents fruity aroma, freshness and elegance, with long finish.
RIO SOL
Rio Sol Winery is located at Vale do São Francisco on Pernambuco, Brazil. The winery has achieved international awards during the last years. The company belongs to the international portuguese wine group, Global Wines, an internationally recognized company for its dynamism and innovation.
CABRIZ
It is the leading brand from Dão and the world’s best seller from that region. Cabriz tells a story that is born in Dão, in a trip through the heart of Portugal, through the lands, hills and people, presenting a wide portfolio that seeks to fulfil all segments and moments of consumption but always following the same principle: to give our clients wines that have great quality-price ratio. From wines that are perfect for your daily life like Colheita Selecionada (red, white and rosé) to more premium wines like Reserva white and red. Cabriz also offers wines that follow the latest consumption tendencies with two organic wines (white and red) and two varietals from the famous Touriga Nacional from Dão: a young tasting red wine and a creative white wine, made from this red variety. Cabriz Touriga Nacional white was launched in 2017 and it shows the innovative personality of the brand: it was the first Portuguese white wine made from Touriga Nacional, the main variety in Dão. The brand’s portfolio is complete with a range of sparkling wines – hallmarks of the brand and the region – and a fortified wine of limited production.
The wines from Cabriz, known for their consistent quality, harvest after harvest, can be found not only in Portugal, but also in the United States, England, Germany, Brazil, Angola and several other countries. Cabriz is, currently, the world’s best-selling wine from Dão and has received the best national and international reviews. In 2011 and again in 2016 Cabriz Colheita Selecionada Red to join the Top 100 of Wine Spectator – the most famous north American wine magazine and a reference in the field – and it was the best ranked Portuguese wine. THAT IS WHY WE SAY THAT DÃO IS CABRIZ.
The wines from Cabriz, known for their consistent quality, harvest after harvest, can be found not only in Portugal, but also in the United States, England, Germany, Brazil, Angola and several other countries. Cabriz is, currently, the world’s best-selling wine from Dão and has received the best national and international reviews. In 2011 and again in 2016 Cabriz Colheita Selecionada Red to join the Top 100 of Wine Spectator – the most famous north American wine magazine and a reference in the field – and it was the best ranked Portuguese wine. THAT IS WHY WE SAY THAT DÃO IS CABRIZ.
CASA DE SANTAR
Casa de Santar is historically connected to wine production. Founded in the end of the 18th century, it is one the most iconics wine making estates in Dão, due to its history, dimension and the reputation of its wines. The wines from this noble house are renowned due to their tradition, authenticity and nobility, reasons that make this brand from Dão so special and known for its 200-year-old history. A couple of kilometres from Casa de Santar, we can begin to see on the horizon several hectares of vineyard, which is very rare in this part of the country. Casa de Santar owns the largest continuous terrain in Dão, with 103 hectares, 83 of red varieties and 20ha of white varieties. Santar’s most well known plot is Vinha dos Amores, a slope with incredible soil and solar exposure where we grow the best Encruzado and Touriga Nacional grapes. Vinha dos Amores, or Lovers Vineyard in English, got its name because it was, since time immemorial, the meeting point for all the lovers of the village of Santar in their passionate rendezvous. Here were born some of the most elegant wines in Portugal that have earned high scores and awards from national and international critics. The estate has been connected to the same family for 13 generations and the cellar deserves a proper tour: from the cellar to the fermentation room with its stainless-steel vats, through the wine-aging room where the wines rest in French oak barrels and where we can find the highlight of this room, the incredibly old copper alembic. Then, we carry on to the tasting room and the cellar that keeps and protects the brands’ oldest harvests.
PAÇO DOS CUNHAS
In the village of Santar, we find Paço dos Cunhas, a 17th century estate (1609) and an example of Nature’s generosity. Paço dos Cunhas was, in all its history, always connected to wine making: wine has always been produced in this house, which makes it the predecessor of the wine making estates in the region of Dão.
In 2002, when Global Wines bought Paço dos Cunhas, we began the revival and restoration of the old vines and the replantation of new ones. Today, Paço dos Cunhas has about 27ha of vines that are organically produced since 2007. Vinha do Contador, that includes 7ha of the mentioned 27ha, is known as one of the most charismatic vineyards of Dão. Given the morphology of the land and the solar exposure, this vineyard is quite unique. Recognized by its potential and the singularity of the terroir, it creates unique wines that broadcast Dão perfectly by their elegance, freshness and ageing potential, characteristics that are exclusive of the best wines of this region. With criteria, harvest after harvest, we selected, with great care, the wines that bear the name of Vinha do Contador. Here we only produce wines that respect the philosophy from Paço dos Cunhas. Special and unique wines that bring out the terroir and stand out due to the small details and the precision of the wine making and viticulture that shape them from vine to bottle, in their long journey. The brand currently has three products from Vinha do Contador: a white wine, a red wine and a brandy. Vinha do Contador Grande Júri was the first wine in Portugal to be under the scrutiny of an international jury (with critics, journalists, sommeliers and Masters of Wine) before it was even launched. This tasting would decide if the wine would be a regular top-quality wine for this year (Vinha do Contador) or an exceptional top-quality wine (Vinha do Contador Grande Júri).
In 2002, when Global Wines bought Paço dos Cunhas, we began the revival and restoration of the old vines and the replantation of new ones. Today, Paço dos Cunhas has about 27ha of vines that are organically produced since 2007. Vinha do Contador, that includes 7ha of the mentioned 27ha, is known as one of the most charismatic vineyards of Dão. Given the morphology of the land and the solar exposure, this vineyard is quite unique. Recognized by its potential and the singularity of the terroir, it creates unique wines that broadcast Dão perfectly by their elegance, freshness and ageing potential, characteristics that are exclusive of the best wines of this region. With criteria, harvest after harvest, we selected, with great care, the wines that bear the name of Vinha do Contador. Here we only produce wines that respect the philosophy from Paço dos Cunhas. Special and unique wines that bring out the terroir and stand out due to the small details and the precision of the wine making and viticulture that shape them from vine to bottle, in their long journey. The brand currently has three products from Vinha do Contador: a white wine, a red wine and a brandy. Vinha do Contador Grande Júri was the first wine in Portugal to be under the scrutiny of an international jury (with critics, journalists, sommeliers and Masters of Wine) before it was even launched. This tasting would decide if the wine would be a regular top-quality wine for this year (Vinha do Contador) or an exceptional top-quality wine (Vinha do Contador Grande Júri).
ENCONTRO
In the heart of Bairrada – in São Lourenço do Bairro, where wine making began in 1930 – lies a round building that resembles a gigantic barrel of wine. It is a landmark of that landscape, half a distance away from the mountains of Caramulo and Buçaco and the sea. The architect Pedro Mateus favoured wood in this construction and decided to refrain from using any stairs. The connection between all four floors is made is a spiral that mirrors the motion of a corkscrew. In this building, all comes down to wine. The fireplace is shaped like a bottle and the wooden boards around the building are like an everlasting structure that symbolizes the making of wine – a work that starts over, from scratch, every year. In addition to the cellar, there is also a restaurant and an event space with windows that frame the vineyards and resemble canvases that change every day and every season, giving us a 360-degree view over the mountains and vineyards all around.
Quinta do Encontro has a range of sparkling wines, including a brut non-vintage white and a rosé, a Baga and our unsurpassable leader Encontro Special Cuvée. In still wines, we have three reds: Encontro Baga Blend, Encontro Reserva Preto Branco, 100% Baga and the top seller Encontro 1.
In whites, Quinta do Encontro has two wines: Encontro Bical and the top seller Encontro 1.
Quinta do Encontro has a range of sparkling wines, including a brut non-vintage white and a rosé, a Baga and our unsurpassable leader Encontro Special Cuvée. In still wines, we have three reds: Encontro Baga Blend, Encontro Reserva Preto Branco, 100% Baga and the top seller Encontro 1.
In whites, Quinta do Encontro has two wines: Encontro Bical and the top seller Encontro 1.
MONTE DA CAL
Surrounded by the quietness landscape of northern Alentejo, Monte da Cal merges perfectly with the soothing environment of the nature in this part of the country and is rimmed by an infinity of vineyards, cork oak trees, and olive trees, that only disappear far away on the horizon. Here, we plant the red varieties Trincadeira, Syrah, Aragonês, Alicante Bouschet, Alfrocheiro and Touriga Nacional; and the white varieties Antão Vaz, Viognier, Arinto and Alvarinho. The architecture and décor of the estate reflect the Arabic influences that are deeply present in Alentejo’s culture, along with the estate’s modern cellar where all the wines are produced and aged reflecting the typical Terroir of the Northern Alentejo.
Monte da Cal’s portfolio fully addresses the goal of producing high-quality wines, that target small niches in the market, as well as some great value wines. Monte da Cal offers a white and a red, elegant, fruity and smooth wines but keeping the authenticity of alentejo. The high-end wine are all under the brand Saturno, where we can find incredibly fresh and with great complexity wines, highlighting the unique Terroir of the estate.
Monte da Cal’s portfolio fully addresses the goal of producing high-quality wines, that target small niches in the market, as well as some great value wines. Monte da Cal offers a white and a red, elegant, fruity and smooth wines but keeping the authenticity of alentejo. The high-end wine are all under the brand Saturno, where we can find incredibly fresh and with great complexity wines, highlighting the unique Terroir of the estate.
VINHA MARIA
Vinha Maria wines were born from the knowlege and diversity of Global Wines thourghout the different Regions and Terroirs of Portugal. From the mountains to the sea. From the highest vineyads to the plains, we have chosen the best grapes and the best blends to create modern wines, spreading the Portuguese grapes diversity and the uniqueness of Portuguese wines.
GRILOS
Grilos was born in 1993 at Quinta dos Grilos, Tondela – Portugal. Grilos wines – with a young profile and a modern image – are made for straightforward people, with young spirit. These Dão wines are made in the new word’s sytle, but without ever ceasing to be Dão wines, because that’s the nature ofthis brand. In 2017 Grilos Reserva received 90 points from the critics of the prestigious American magazine Wine Enthusiast. Grilos White was also considered, in 2016, one of the best Portuguese white wines priced under 10 dollars by another important American publication, Wine & Spirit Magazine.
ASTROLABIUM
The astrolabe is a navigation instrument that contributed greatly to the success of the Portuguese discoveries. The Astrolabium wine originates in vineyards from a dristrict terroir, planted in gentle slopes, withexcellent exposure and granitic soils. Vinified from Encruzado and Cerceal-Branco, presents fruity aroma, freshness and elegance, with long finish.
RIO SOL
Rio Sol Winery is located at Vale do São Francisco on Pernambuco, Brazil. The winery has achieved international awards during the last years. The company belongs to the international portuguese wine group, Global Wines, an internationally recognized company for its dynamism and innovation.
Dão Demarcated Region was created in 1908. Known as the “Portuguese burgundy”, Dão region, in the center of Portugal (at “Beira Alta” province) was the first demarcated region of non-liqueur wines of the country.
With about 20,000 vineyard hectares, on approximately 376,000 hectares of land, Dão Region extends through Coimbra (Arganil, Oliveira do Hospital, Tábua), Guarda (Aguiar da Beira, Fornos de Algodres, Gouveia and Seia) and Viseu (Carregal do Sal, Mangualde, Mortágua, Nelas, Penalva do Castelo, Santa Comba Dão, Sátão, Tondela and an area of Viseu). The main region characteristics are the rugged terrain, the soil predominantly granitic, with a unique terroir, and a large thermal amplitude. Dão wines, which pair perfectly with the local gastronomy, have an exceptional acidity, complexity and delicate aromas. These wine’s character, balance and elegance, and the aging potential distinguish them from all the others. The main Dão varieties are Touriga Nacional and Encruzado. Touriga Nacional is the noblest variety: wines made of these grapes have good alcoholic content, noble tannins, and intense aromas, are full-bodied, and great aging potential. Encruzado variety is the noblest of white varieties: its wines have good alcoholic content, complex aromas, are fresh and dry.
The Demarcated Region of Bairrada is in Beira Litoral between Águeda and Coimbra and the dunes on the coastline.
Bairrada has a mild climate due to its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. Even though wine making has existed in this region since the X century, it wasn’t until the XIX century that it became a producer of high quality white, red and sparkling wines.
In this plain land, there are two types of soils that result in diversified wines: the clayey soils, whose name in Portuguese “barro” gave the region its name and the sandy soils. Baga is the dominant vine variety of the region. It grows in the clayey soils and results in wines that are full of colour and very rich in tannins which gives them great longevity. Within the white varieties, that are grown in the sandy soils of this region, the most prominent varieties are Bical and Fernão Pires, from the region that is named Maria Gomes and that produces delicate and aromatic white wines.
The naturally sparkling wines of the region are commonly used to accompany the region cuisine such as the tradicional “Leitão da Bairrada”.
It was recently allowed for foreign varieties to be grown in the DOC region such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot and Pinot Noir that now share the land with the national varieties.
Alentejo is one of the largest wine-growing Portuguese regions, with about 22,000 hectares of vineyards. This region – made of large plains, with hot and dry climate – produces great wines with national and international recognition.
The area of Portalegre stands out in Alentejo region because it benefits from Serra de São Mamede influence. Here, vineyards are planted on the mountain steep and granitic slopes, enjoying a microclimate (the altitude makes the temperatures lower). Soils are very heterogeneous – composed of clay, granite, limestone or shale – but not very fertile. The region is divided into eight sub-regions of “Denominação de Origem Alentejana” (Denomination of Alentejo Origin): Reguengos, Borba, Redondo, Vidigueira, Évora, Granja-Amareleja, Portalegre and Moura. Alentejo has a great diversity of varieties, but the most important are Roupeiro, Antão Vaz and Arinto. Trincadeira, Aragonez, Castelão and Alicante Bouschet (a French variety adapted to the Alentejo’s terroir) are also very important red varieties. White Alentejo’ wines are usually smooth, slightly acidic, with tropical fruits aromas. Reds are full-bodied, tannin-rich, with wild and red fruits aromas.
“Vinho Verde” Demarcated Region occupies the entire northwest of Portugal, area traditionally known as entre-douro-e-minho.
The region it’s bordered, on the North, by the Minho River, which is also part of the border with Spain; on the south by the river Douro and the Freita, Arada, and Montemuro mountains; on to the East by the Peneda, Gerês, Cabreira and Marão mountains; and on the west by the Atlantic Ocean. It’s the largest Portuguese Demarcated Region and one of the Europe largest. The region – with Atlantic influence, most soils of granite origin, mild climate, and high precipitation – has excellent conditions for white wines, sparkling wines, and spirits production. The wines produced where are fresh, smooth and elegant. The region was divided into nine sub-regions, according to its different soils and microclimates: Amarante, Ave, Baião, Basto, Cávado, Lima, Monção and Melgaço, Paiva, Sousa. Many of the grape varieties produced in the Vinho Verde Region are considered indigenous due to their long history in the region and because they appeared only in the Iberian Northwest. The main white varieties are Alvarinho, Arinto, Avesso, Azal, Loureiro, and Trajadura. The main region red varieties are Espadeiro, Badeiro, and Vinhão.
Bordered by Douro River, the Douro region produces wines – among which, the world-famous Port Wine – for more than 2,000 years.
With about 250,000 Ha, vineyards occupy near 18% of the region area. Surrounded by mountains, Douro has its own climatical characteristics. The soils are mainly composed by “Xisto-Grauváquico” although there are also granitic solos in some areas. This region soils are especially hard to work, not only because of their composition but also because of the steep terrain slope. However, these soils are good for the vine’s longevity, allowing musts with more concentration of sugar and color. The man transformed, with their work, the Douro hostile soils into vines, creating three distinct forms of planting: in the typical terraces (in Portuguese, “socalcos”), on levels and elevated. Terraces are common in steep slopes’ areas and resemble balconies divided by shale walls. The levels are also made creating balconies, but without walls to stop the lands. The elevated plantation contemplates the lands drainage and the necessary space for the machine’s intervention and circulation on the vineyards. The Douro vineyards range from the top of the deep valleys to the river bank, creating a unique landscape recognized by UNESCO, in 2001, as World Heritage. This splendid scenery combines with the excellence of the wines produced in the three Douro sub-regions: on the west “Baixo Corgo”, on the center “Cima Corgo” and on the east, the “Douro Superior”. The region climate – located in deep valleys, sheltered by mountains – is strongly influenced by Marão and Montemuro mountains, which protect the area from the west’ humid winds. The very cold winters and the very hot and dry summers are distinctive from this region. The Demarcated Region of Douro divides itself in the Low Corgo (on the west), Cima Corgo (on the center) and Upper Douro (on the east).
The Lisboa region – once known as “Estremadura” – has a long history in the Portuguese viticulture. In this region, we find, mainly, the Portuguese traditional grape varieties and the most well-known international varieties.
Lisboa region, with its variety of reliefs and microclimates gathered in small areas, produces a wide variety of wines. Located in the northwest of Lisbon, in an area of approximately 40 km, the region has a temperate climate, cool summers and mild winters, result of the Atlantic influence. The Region has nine Origin Denominations: Colares, Carcavelos and Bucelas (in the south area, near Lisbon), Alenquer, Arruda, Torres Vedras, Lourinhã and Óbidos (in the region’s center) and Encostas d’Aire (on the north, near to the Beiras region). The soil constitution is very diverse, varying from brown or red calcareous soils to fine sandstones ones. Vegetation in the region’s northern part is similar to the Central Europe ones, while at the southern end the vegetation has Mediterranean characteristics.
The blue sky, the great lighting, the fertile soil and water aplenty have transformed the region of the San Francisco Vale into one of the greatest wine producers in Brazil.
It is 500 kilometres away from Salvador and between Sertão da Bahia and Agreste. This region has the name of the river that crosses the most states in Brazil: Bahia, Pernambuco, Minas Gerais, Alagoas and Sergipe.
The viticulture with the goal of wine production is a recent endeavour of the region of the San Francisco Vale. It began in the 80’s with the implantation of European vines that were taken from the South of Brazil. In the 90’s and early 2000, new companies emerged in the region which led to a significant increase of the quantity of wine that was produced. The main varieties that are used in this region are Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Aragonês, Touriga Nacional, Alicante Bouschet and Moscato Canlli.
The Vale represents nowadays the second largest wine producing region in Brazil and represents about 15% of the national market.
QUINTA DE CABRIZ
In the heart of Dão, in Carregal do Sal, the headquarters of Global Wines, lies Quinta de Cabriz that welcomes the scents and flavours of the unique gastronomical tradition of the region. In a beautiful location – those who visit us can see several mountainous points, to the west Serra do Caramulo, to the south the famous Buçaco, to the north, Serra da Nave and to the east the majestic Serra da Estrela – we have Quinta de Cabriz that has several different rooms with different purposes. Sala do Alambique (or Alembic Room) is meant for groups, the cellar is meant for tastings, of wines and delicacies from Beira, in an environment made heartening by the barrels. At the restaurant – that serves traditional and regional food from Beira – we have lunches and dinners, and our wine menu is one of our strong suits. The blood sausage and the “pataniscas” (codfish fritters) as an appetizer, codfish with “broa” or the roasted young goat as a main course, curd cheese with pumpkin jam or “tigelada” for dessert, are some of the most famous dishes of this restaurant. You can also try one of the three different tasting menus. The restaurant lies within a wine producing estate which makes the wine tastings a mandatory experience. Quinta de Cabriz also offers, by appointment, wine courses, olive oil tastings, tours to the cellar, cooking workshops and event planning.
INFORMATION
Restaurant and Wine Store
Capacity: 80 People
– Reservations are advisable
– Private Parking
– We accept groups and organize events
OPENING HOURS
Monday to Saturday: 12H to 15H and 19H to 22H
Sunday: 12H to 15H
Open Every Day Closed at Dinner on Sunday
CONTACT: 232 961 222
SERVICES
PAÇO DOS CUNHAS
Known as the pearl of wine tourism in Dão, Paço dos Cunhas in Santar (10 miles from Viseu) built in 1609, is a unique space, one of the most notorious wine tourism experiences in Portugal. Unique and noble, with an incredibly valuable patrimony of antique décor pieces and a centuries old architecture, it is rimmed with gardens and has one of the most emblematic vineyards of the region, Vinha do Contador. The history of this estate has always been connected to wine. This house has been producing wine, olive oil and fruit since the 17th century to sell in the markets of Porto. In 2008, this 16th century building was renewed by the architect Pedro Mateus, who blended modern architecture with a classical style and turned it into a charming tourism location, with a restaurant, a shop and several event rooms.
A house filled with the flavours and scents typical of Dão, Paço dos Cunhas has an outstanding author cuisine that is part of a unique wine experience. Here, the rewriting of Portuguese traditional cuisine has the signature of chef Henrique Sampaio Ferreira, that turns the typical dishes into nouvelle cuisine. With several different rooms, spaces and environments, theme rooms, a balcony with tables, a wine store, wine bar and a playground, this is a wine tourism location where tradition and History are everywhere. Paço dos Cunhas also organizes, by appointment, wine workshops, cooking shows and visits to the basement of Casa de Santar. Weather permitting, the wine tastings are held in the balcony of the tasting room, one of the most unique spaces in this charming estate.
INFORMATION
Restaurant and Wine Store
Capacity: Armoury: Capacity for 100 people / Restaurant: 30 People
– Reservations are advisable
– Private Parking
– We accept groups and organize events
OPENING HOURS
Tuesday to Thursday: 10H to 18H
Friday and Saturday: 10H to 22H
Sunday: 10H to 16H
Closed on Mondays and Sundays at Dinner Tuesday to Thursday Open Only at Lunch
CONTACT: 232 945 452
SERVICES
QUINTA DO ENCONTRO
Upon arrival, Quinta do Encontro greets its guests with its sparkling wine served at its ideal temperature. Then, they shall begin an unforgettable journey. A cellar, a wine store, a restaurant and a grand multi-purpose room, scattered through three stories, that is Quinta do Encontro. It is located in the heart of Bairrada, in São Lourenço do Bairro, where the wine making tradition started all the way back in 1930. The cellar from Quinta do Encontro opened in 2007 and was designed by the architect Pedro Mateus. It blends perfectly with the landscape of the vineyard and with the nature that surrounds it and was born from the desire to do something different and creative to broadcast the wines from Bairrada. In the midst of a serene landscape, overrun by vineyards, with the mountains of Caramulo and Buçaco in the background, Quinta do Encontro invites all those who visit it to have direct contact with the world of wine production, from the vine to the tasting, and to taste the nectars produced in this cellar. The design of the cellar is all about the world of wine: the building is round in shape and made of wood which takes us to the inside of a barrel; there are no stairs inside and the movement is all done in a spiral that mimics the motion of a corkscrew; the bottle shaped fireplace, one of a kind and designed specifically for this cellar, is the perfect ending to this trip into the world of wine, inside our cellar. Quinta do Encontro has plenty of room for weddings, christenings, music shows and corporate and group events with a fusion menu that creates a perfect balance between the typical gastronomy of the region and author cuisine. Leitão à Bairrada (sucking pig) and the sparkling wine crème brûlée are mandatory delicacies along with our tasting menus. To give a perfect ending to a tour of this house, this unique encounter should end with a sparkling wine glass from QdoE in the panoramic balcony of Quinta do Encontro, with the beautiful vineyards that spread out as far as the eye can see and with Serra do Caramulo and Buçaco as a background.
INFORMATION
Restaurant and Wine Store
Capacity: 200 People
– Reservations are advisable
– Private Parking
– We accept groups and organize events
OPENING HOURS
Tuesday to Saturday: 10H to 22H
Sunday: 10H to 16H
Closed on Mondays and Sundays at Dinner
CONTACT: 231 527 155
SERVICES
QUINTA DE CABRIZ
In the heart of Dão, in Carregal do Sal, the headquarters of Global Wines, lies Quinta de Cabriz that welcomes the scents and flavours of the unique gastronomical tradition of the region. In a beautiful location – those who visit us can see several mountainous points, to the west Serra do Caramulo, to the south the famous Buçaco, to the north, Serra da Nave and to the east the majestic Serra da Estrela – we have Quinta de Cabriz that has several different rooms with different purposes. Sala do Alambique (or Alembic Room) is meant for groups, the cellar is meant for tastings, of wines and delicacies from Beira, in an environment made heartening by the barrels. At the restaurant – that serves traditional and regional food from Beira – we have lunches and dinners, and our wine menu is one of our strong suits. The blood sausage and the “pataniscas” (codfish fritters) as an appetizer, codfish with “broa” or the roasted young goat as a main course, curd cheese with pumpkin jam or “tigelada” for dessert, are some of the most famous dishes of this restaurant. You can also try one of the three different tasting menus. The restaurant lies within a wine producing estate which makes the wine tastings a mandatory experience. Quinta de Cabriz also offers, by appointment, wine courses, olive oil tastings, tours to the cellar, cooking workshops and event planning.
INFORMATION
Restaurant and Wine Store
Capacity: 80 People
– Reservations are advisable
– Private Parking
– We accept groups and organize events
OPENING HOURS
Monday to Saturday: 12H to 15H and 19H to 22H
Sunday: 12H to 15H
Open Every Day Closed at Dinner on Sunday
CONTACT: 232 961 222
SERVICES
PAÇO DOS CUNHAS
Known as the pearl of wine tourism in Dão, Paço dos Cunhas in Santar (10 miles from Viseu) built in 1609, is a unique space, one of the most notorious wine tourism experiences in Portugal. Unique and noble, with an incredibly valuable patrimony of antique décor pieces and a centuries old architecture, it is rimmed with gardens and has one of the most emblematic vineyards of the region, Vinha do Contador. The history of this estate has always been connected to wine. This house has been producing wine, olive oil and fruit since the 17th century to sell in the markets of Porto. In 2008, this 16th century building was renewed by the architect Pedro Mateus, who blended modern architecture with a classical style and turned it into a charming tourism location, with a restaurant, a shop and several event rooms.
A house filled with the flavours and scents typical of Dão, Paço dos Cunhas has an outstanding author cuisine that is part of a unique wine experience. Here, the rewriting of Portuguese traditional cuisine has the signature of chef Henrique Sampaio Ferreira, that turns the typical dishes into nouvelle cuisine. With several different rooms, spaces and environments, theme rooms, a balcony with tables, a wine store, wine bar and a playground, this is a wine tourism location where tradition and History are everywhere. Paço dos Cunhas also organizes, by appointment, wine workshops, cooking shows and visits to the basement of Casa de Santar. Weather permitting, the wine tastings are held in the balcony of the tasting room, one of the most unique spaces in this charming estate.
INFORMATION
Restaurant and Wine Store
Capacity: Armoury: Capacity for 100 people / Restaurant: 30 People
– Reservations are advisable
– Private Parking
– We accept groups and organize events
OPENING HOURS
Tuesday to Thursday: 10H to 18H
Friday and Saturday: 10H to 22H
Sunday: 10H to 16H
Closed on Mondays and Sundays at Dinner Tuesday to Thursday Open Only at Lunch
CONTACT: 232 945 452
SERVICES
QUINTA DO ENCONTRO
Upon arrival, Quinta do Encontro greets its guests with its sparkling wine served at its ideal temperature. Then, they shall begin an unforgettable journey. A cellar, a wine store, a restaurant and a grand multi-purpose room, scattered through three stories, that is Quinta do Encontro. It is located in the heart of Bairrada, in São Lourenço do Bairro, where the wine making tradition started all the way back in 1930. The cellar from Quinta do Encontro opened in 2007 and was designed by the architect Pedro Mateus. It blends perfectly with the landscape of the vineyard and with the nature that surrounds it and was born from the desire to do something different and creative to broadcast the wines from Bairrada. In the midst of a serene landscape, overrun by vineyards, with the mountains of Caramulo and Buçaco in the background, Quinta do Encontro invites all those who visit it to have direct contact with the world of wine production, from the vine to the tasting, and to taste the nectars produced in this cellar. The design of the cellar is all about the world of wine: the building is round in shape and made of wood which takes us to the inside of a barrel; there are no stairs inside and the movement is all done in a spiral that mimics the motion of a corkscrew; the bottle shaped fireplace, one of a kind and designed specifically for this cellar, is the perfect ending to this trip into the world of wine, inside our cellar. Quinta do Encontro has plenty of room for weddings, christenings, music shows and corporate and group events with a fusion menu that creates a perfect balance between the typical gastronomy of the region and author cuisine. Leitão à Bairrada (sucking pig) and the sparkling wine crème brûlée are mandatory delicacies along with our tasting menus. To give a perfect ending to a tour of this house, this unique encounter should end with a sparkling wine glass from QdoE in the panoramic balcony of Quinta do Encontro, with the beautiful vineyards that spread out as far as the eye can see and with Serra do Caramulo and Buçaco as a background.
INFORMATION
Restaurant and Wine Store
Capacity: 200 People
– Reservations are advisable
– Private Parking
– We accept groups and organize events
OPENING HOURS
Tuesday to Saturday: 10H to 22H
Sunday: 10H to 16H
Closed on Mondays and Sundays at Dinner
CONTACT: 231 527 155
SERVICES
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