Wine Social Club Celebrates Its Tenth Edition with Award-Winning Wines in Porto

On the 15th of November, The Lodge Porto Hotel is preparing to host the tenth edition of the Wine Social Club, an event that promises to be a landmark in the celebration of Portuguese winemaking. With an exclusive and intimate format, the gathering will be limited to just 30 participants, ensuring a personalized and refined experience for wine tourists.

The spotlight of this special edition will be on two prominent producers in the national wine scene: ODE Winery, led by winemaker Maria Vicente, and Márcio Lopes, an internationally recognized name for his innovation and dedication to the preservation of indigenous Portuguese grape varieties.

Maria Vicente, originally from Alentejo, brings with her an experience of over 20 vintages. Her career spans wine production, but she is also a certified educator of Port and Madeira wines, a certified trainer by the WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust), and a judge in regional and international wine competitions.

Márcio Lopes represents a new generation of Portuguese winemakers. Born in Porto, he started his career in Melgaço exploring the noble Alvarinho grape variety. After a rich experience in Australia, he founded the ‘Márcio Lopes Winemaker’ project in 2010, which quickly gained national and international recognition.

The event will take place in the exclusive ‘Sala dos Trinta’, a space that promises to provide the perfect atmosphere for this tasting. The gastronomic experience will be led by chef João Vieira, who has prepared a menu to pair with the wines presented. Reservations can be made directly through the The Lodge Porto Hotel website.