New edition of ‘Tejo a Copo’ takes place on March 11 in Santarém
08/03/2023As promised by the Tejo Regional Wine Commission (CVR Tejo) in the balance of the last edition, this year’s Tejo by the Glass takes place on the date then announced: Saturday, March 11, 2023, between 3:00 pm and 9:00 pm, as usual, at Convent of São Francisco, in Santarém. In its 5th edition, this is an event that is here to stay in the promotion plan for Tagus Wines and enogastronomic and cultural attraction of the capital of the district of Santarém. Year after year, membership has been increasingly dynamic and the number of oenophiles and wine lovers has increased, coming from all over the country and even foreigners.
Taking into account the chosen date, the architecture and dynamics of the Convent of São Francisco do not allow for growth in terms of the number of producers, which this year is again twenty-six (26), all gathered in the main nave. It should be noted that the first edition of Tejo a Copo with producers exclusively from the region was in 2019 and, at the time, there were eighteen people present. In this 2023 edition, we highlight the debut of four economic agents: ODE Winery, a new project by a foreign investor; oenologist and producer Hugo Mendes, increasingly committed to developing his portfolio of Tagus wines; and the companies Casal da Fonte and SIVAC. The remaining 22 producers are already repeaters, a sign of their strong desire to be present at this event, which belongs to everyone.
The Tejo by the Glass is an open access event and the wine tasting is free, although it can only be done by purchasing the official glass of the event: it costs €3.50 and is sold at the entrance.
The organization added two novelties to this year’s edition. The first is the possibility for the most ardent oenophiles to taste more exclusive wines and, therefore, at a higher price level, not always accessible at these events. It is free to choose, and it is up to each producer to go ahead with this possibility or not, making the selection of the wine or wines in question. If, on the one hand, the wines will be in the producer’s space, tickets – €3.00 and €5.00 – are sold at the entrance to the event. The second novelty is the possibility of purchasing a selection of wines present in the Tagus by Glass 2023, with a special price and free shipping to mainland Portugal. The order and payment must be made during the event, at the Rota dos Vinhos do Tejo space.
The Tejo a Glass program once again includes ‘conversations about wine’, led by the sommelier and ambassador of Tejo Wines, Rodolfo Tristão, with new features expected for this year. As far as gastronomy is concerned, two restaurants are represented in this edition: Amassa, with Italian cuisine and recently opened by Francisco Calheiros, in Santarém; and the traditional 150 Grams, by Pedro Teles, the surfer who, thanks to a backache, became the chef and owner of this and another restaurant in Vila Franca de Xira. Note also the musical entertainment, which this year is complemented – in addition to the DJ in the producers’ area – with live music in the center of the cloisters of the Convento de São Francisco, in addition to the producers’ presence.
For the year 2023, CVR Tejo promises to continue to invest in initiatives that promote the Tagus Wine Region, its producers, its gastronomy and the vast territorial and cultural heritage of the region.
‘Tejo a Copo’ 2023
Date: Saturday, March 11, 2023
Hours: 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Location: Convent of São Francisco, in Santarém (Rua 31 de Janeiro)
Tickets: Free entry
Tasting glass price: €3.50
Snack price (unit): €6.00
Aveleda is company of the year
06/03/2023Grandes Escolhas distinguished the best in the wine and gastronomy sectors in Portugal in 2022, in a ceremony that took place at the Centro de Alto Rendimento, Velodromo de Sangalhos, in Anadia.
«A family business that has been around for more than a century, it is still one of the most dynamic, innovative and profitable. One of the secrets of its success lies in the way in which values and knowledge are transmitted from generation to generation, as well as a business culture based on the ability to think in the long term. Thus, problems are anticipated and lasting solutions are built. Present in several wine regions from the extreme north to the extreme south of the country, it transmits an image of solidity and consistency; elevates the name of Portugal and its wines to every corner of the world» praised Nuno Oliveira Garcia, critic of Grandes Escolhas.
António Guedes, co-CEO of Aveleda and 5th generation of the Guedes family, thanked the magazine’s entire team for the award and added: «It is an enormous privilege to receive this award. For me it obviously becomes a more special year, after my father’s death last year. My father was one of the great drivers of Aveleda before my generation, Martim and I, and that has a very special force, a very strong feeling. My heart goes out to my father, to whom I dedicate this award with great joy. I am very happy, very grateful to see this work by Martim and my being recognized today, for adding value, hoping to continue to add in the future».
Remember that Aveleda, in Penafiel, was founded in 1870 by Manoel Pedro Guedes. Today in the hands of the fifth generation, Aveleda S.A. is the largest producer and exporter of Vinho Verde in Portugal, being present in more than 70 countries with its extensive range of products. Producer of brands such as Casal Garcia, Aveleda, Adega Velha, Quinta Vale D. Maria, Quinta d’Aguieira and Villa Alvor. Aveleda S.A. celebrated in 2020, 150 years of a history of family and innovation. Website Aveleda – Where Dreams Are Cultivated: https://www.company.aveleda.com/pt
The region of Bairrada receives the seventh Regional Winetourism Forum
03/03/2023The Portuguese Association of Winetourism (APENO) and Ageas Seguros, in partnership with National Regional Vitivinic Commissions (CVR), continue their walk for the wine tourism, opening the doors to the economic agents of the various Portuguese wine regions to debate the problems. and solutions in a sector that grows from year to year at national level. It is the regional winery forums that have traveled in various parts of the country. After the first five and successful 2022 forums that took place in the Lisbon region, the Tagus region, the Setúbal region, the Alentejo region and the Algarve region, March 2023 hosts the Dão Regional Forum and the region Bairrada. The latter is already on March 9, at the Bairrada Wine Museum in Anadia.
Decentralizing has been the keyword of APENO and AGEAS SEGUROS to do more and better for wine tourism in Portugal. Therefore, the mission, this time, is to open doors to debate cycles, where the focus is to discuss the strengths and weaknesses of national wine tourism, in order to find solutions to grow even more sector from themselves in Franca expansion, but even more to give in Portuguese territory.
As the first national association dedicated exclusively to the sector, APENO, in partnership with Ageas Seguros, thus invites the economic agents of the various national wine regions to discuss wine tourism in the same stage, in sessions open to the general public. The Appeal will travel from land to land to hear the main problems of the various regions and to find, together, new approaches to make the best wine tourism.
“It is with great enthusiasm that we joined once again to an initiative with the appeal. We want to reinforce our positioning in the wine tourism sector, along with these professionals, contributing to a safer and sustainable sector. It is our commitment to be present in the lives of companies in a relevant, close and emotional way, ”says Gustavo Barreto, a member of the Ageas Portugal Group Executive Committee.
Objective: Create solid bases for wine tourism
«APENO – PORTUGUESE WINETURISM ASSOCIATION was born only two years ago but already gathers among its associates the best players of einetourism at national level, and we continue to grow every day. There is a lot of talk about wine tourism, but no one has no definitions or numbers that help understand it, among other issues that have to be debated. And, of course, the Appeal has been focused on resolving these issues and creating solid work bases so that Portugal is considered a region of reference in world -level wine tourism, ”says Maria João de Almeida, the president of APENO.
“Obviously, this also goes through the attention that we want to give each of the national regions, where we will identify and debate the problems existing in wine tourism, try to present solutions and make known the work we have done since we were born. In these sessions, which we do in conjunction with Ageas Seguros, our partner company, and with the CVRs of each region, we will still have a training session related to risk prevention and management as a swivel efficiency, as well as a round table that will bring together economic agents with space for debate. I’m sure the result will be very positive, ”says Maria João de Almeida.
The seventh of these regional forums is thus in the neighborhood of Bairrada, on March 9, at 2:30 pm, at the Bairrada Wine Museum in Anadia.
«It will be a pleasure to receive this Regional Forum in our region. Firstly, for the importance of sharing knowledge that is always generated in these forums. And then to reinforce wine tourism as a complement to the economy of the winemaker himself, ”says Pedro Soares, president of the Bairrada CVR. It is a work session where the winery of the Bairrada region will be discussed, with the following program:
• 14h30 – Opening of doors and reception of guests.
• 15h00 – Presentation of the Portuguese Association of Winetourism (Mission, Advantages and Activities) – Members of the APENO
• 3:45 pm – Risk Prevention and Management as a key to wine tourism – Francisco Erse – Responsible SME & Corporate of the Ageas Portugal Group.
• 4:30 pm – Presentation of the APENO winetourism guide (a project already under development that is intended to be said as the national and international reference wine guide) – Adelino Abrantes – Commercial Consultant and Editorial APENO.
• 17h00 – Debate: Reflections of wine tourism: the needs of the sector – a brief conversation about the main challenges of the region for wine tourism in the region of Bairrada.
Speakers:
• Pedro Soares – President of CVR of Bairrada;
• Tourism Entity of the Center (to be designated);
• Ana Paula Teixeira – Winery Responsible of the Quinta do Encontro;
• António Nogueira – Manager of Casa do Canto.
All of these moments will have room for questions and answers from the guests present.
To participate in these regional forums, you can register through the APENO website: https://enoturismodeportugal.pt/bairrada-9-de-marco/
Very soon the dates of the upcoming forums in the remaining national wine regions will be released, with the aim of creating a country of notourism reference worldwide.
Dão is the stage of the Sixth Winetourism Regional Forum
03/03/2023The Portuguese Association of Winetourism (APENO) and Ageas Seguros, in partnership with National Regional Vitivinic Commissions (CVR), continue their walk for the wine tourism, opening the doors to the economic agents of the various Portuguese wine regions to debate the problems. and solutions in a sector that grows from year to year at national level. It is the regional winery forums that have traveled in various parts of the country. After the first five and successful 2022 forums that took place in the Lisbon region, the Tagus region, the Setúbal region, the Alentejo region and the Algarve region, March 2023 is the month of the Dão Regional Forum. It is already on March 8, at the Dão Wine Solar, in Fontelo.
Decentralizing has been the keyword of APENO and AGEAS SEGUROS to do more and better for wine tourism in Portugal. Therefore, the mission, this time, is to open doors to debate cycles, where the focus is to discuss the strengths and weaknesses of national wine tourism, in order to find solutions to grow even more the sector, but even more to give in Portuguese territory.
As the first national association dedicated exclusively to the sector, APENO, in partnership with Ageas Seguros, thus invites the economic agents of the various national wine regions to discuss wine tourism in the same stage, in sessions open to the general public. The Appeal will travel from land to land to hear the main problems of the various regions and to find, together, new approaches to make the best wine tourism.
“It is with great enthusiasm that we joined once again to an initiative with the appeal. We want to reinforce our positioning in the wine tourism sector, along with these professionals, contributing to a safer and sustainable sector. It is our commitment to be present in the lives of companies in a relevant, close and emotional way, ”says Gustavo Barreto, a member of the Ageas Portugal Group Executive Committee.
Objective: Create solid bases for wine tourism
«APENO – PORTUGUESE WINETURISM ASSOCIATION was born only two years ago but already gathers among its associates the best players of winetourism at national level, and we continue to grow every day. There is a lot of talk about wine tourism, but no one has no definitions or numbers that help understand it, among other issues that have to be debated. And, of course, the Appeal has been focused on resolving these issues and creating solid work bases so that Portugal is considered a region of reference in world -level wine tourism, ”says Maria João de Almeida, the president of APENO.
“Obviously, this also goes through the attention that we want to give each of the national regions, where we will identify and debate the problems existing in wine tourism, try to present solutions and make known the work we have done since we were born. In these sessions, which we do in conjunction with Ageas Seguros, our partner company, and with the CVRs of each region, we will still have a training session related to risk prevention and management as a swivel efficiency, as well as a round table that will bring together economic agents with space for debate. I’m sure the result will be very positive, ”says Maria João de Almeida.
The sixth of these regional forums is thus in the Dão region, on March 8, at 2:30 pm, at the Dão Wine Solar, in Fontelo.
“The wine tourism is essentially a discovery of vineyards and, in this plan, give it with its centenary history has much to show,” as Arlindo Cunha, president of the Dão CVR. It is a work session where the Dão region will be discussed, with the following program:
• 14h30 – Opening of doors and reception of guests.
• 15h00 – Presentation of the Portuguese Winetourism (Mission, Advantages and Activities) – Members of the APENO
• 3:45 pm – Risk Prevention and Management as a key to wine tourism – Francisco Erse – Responsible SME & Corporate of the Ageas Portugal Group.
• 4:30 pm – Presentation of the APENO winetourism guide (a project already under development that is intended to be said as the national and international reference wine guide) – Adelino Abrantes – Commercial Consultant and Editorial APENO.
• 17h00 – Debate: Reflections of wine tourism: the needs of the sector – a brief conversation about the main challenges of the region for wine tourism in the Dão region.
Speakers:
• Arlindo Cunha – President of Dão CVR;
• João Quaresma- Structuring, planning and promotion of the regional tourism entity of the Centro Region
• Manuel Queirós – Tourism Director of Taboadella;
• Sónia Martins – President of the Board of Directors of Lusovini.
All of these moments will have room for questions and answers from the guests present.
To participate in these regional forums, you can register through the APENO website: https://enoturismodeportugal.pt/dao-8-de-marco/
Aveleda and Herdade do Rocim join the Humanwinety project
11/01/2023Humanwinety, a company that, for about four months, has been promoting the integration of individuals with physical or intellectual disabilities, and other minorities, in the wine and hotel sectors, has just added two important Portuguese producers to its list of partners. At stake are Herdade do Rocim, a property located between Vidigueira and Cuba, in Baixo Alentejo, and Aveleda, in the north of the country, specifically in the city of Penafiel. But, the innovations of the project headed by winemaker Bento Amaral and wine consultant Cláudio Martins do not stop here. With a humanitarian nature sealed in its genetic code, Humanwinety is in charge of organizing an auction and solidarity dinner, to be held at the end of January 2023, in Lisbon, the proceeds of which will revert, in part, to Cáritas.
Empowering individuals who, for some reason and/or moment in their lives, have become more vulnerable, experiencing difficulties in their training or at a key time of employability, is the main mission of Humanwinety, which, on a daily basis, fights for inclusive recruitment in the labor market and so that employers and candidates are aware of the many benefits that come with these hires.
“With days to celebrate the International Day of People with Disabilities (December 3rd), it is with great satisfaction that we see the Humanwinety project grow with the entry of two such important partners in the wine sector in Portugal. We feel that our work, in fact, is fundamental for the issue of the inclusion of PCD in society and in the labor market to be raised. There is undoubtedly a lack of knowledge on the part of Employers and the State of the human potential of PWD”, says Bento Amaral, Wine Inspiring Executive at Humanwinety.
For Martim Guedes, CO-CEO of Aveleda, “Aveleda is proud to become a partner of Humanwinety, an initiative that opens doors to the wine sector, which wants to be diverse not only in the products it offers, but also in the people who work in it” . “It is in our DNA to support social causes, especially those linked to the communities where we operate, in this case wine and, therefore, we welcome the arrival of Humanwinety, with the satisfaction of being able to make our contribution to this cause”, he concludes.
The same opinion is shared by Pedro Ribeiro, oenologist and administrator of Herdade do Rocim: “In recent years, we have focused on the sustainability of our project and the welcome and well-being of the people who work with us is one of our most important premises for action. strategic because we understand that satisfied teams help companies to prosper. We understood, therefore, from the outset, that Humanwinety’s challenge could also be our challenge and that we would only gain from reinforcing our human strategy with the inclusion of professionals with special characteristics, who will certainly bring us value. added”.
Candidates are given, among others, technical and financial support, socio-professional integration and opportunities for career progression, but the privileges also extend to entities that intend to hire workers with disabilities. Here, Humanwinety partners have the perfect opportunity to participate in a noble and inclusive cause, which prepares and trains people to enter the job market and gives them privileged access to them, thus being able to select the trainees who aspire to their structures. At the same time, they also have the facility to promote their companies and products, in all Humanwinety events and communications, including the participation of a speaker in the talk that will soon be launched throughout the country.
Through aid provided by the Institute of Employment and Professional Training (IEFP), for example, partners also have technical support at their fingertips, financial contribution in the amount of 1.25 IAS (Social Support Index), for each beneficiary covered, and financial contribution, namely in expenses with the construction, installation and equipment of CEPs and with their maintenance and conservation.
Wine auction and solidarity dinner
The initiative will bring together a wide range of bottles of excellent quality. Among the main highlights are three bottles of Maria Teresa from 2015, 2016 and 2017 and a 3l bottle of Castro superior 2018, from Quinta do Crasto, and two ABF 1888 bottles, from Vallado. The partner, Aveleda, SA, will offer a 3-liter bottle of Quinta Vale D. Maria Douro Red 2013 and a 1.5-liter bottle of Manoel Pedro Guedes Vinho Verde White 2020. Herdade do Rocim will have a Rocim Magnum at auction Grande Reserva Red 2019.
The Soalheiro wine producer will also auction some of its most emblematic references, such as a Jeroboam 3l, from 2014, Soalheiro Classico; a Jeroboam (3l), from 2012, Soalheiro Reserva; a Jeroboam (3l), from 2015, Soalheiro Granit (first Harvest) and a Soalheiro 40 Years Collection consisting of four 0.75l bottles.
These lots also include, among other proposals, two Madeira Boal 1868 bottles by Matilde Henriques, by Barbeito, a vintage 1900 bottle by Andresen, and a special box of three bottles of Legado with the 2017, 2014 and 2011 vintages, by Sogrape as well as a bottle of 1902 Moscatel de Setúbal José Maria da Fonseca Apoteca Dinner tickets cost per person and part of the proceeds, remember, will be donated to Cáritas, in honor of its mission in favor of human development and defense of the common good.
More information at www.humanwinety.com
Quinta de Soalheiro promotes wine tourism experiences to enjoy in winter
05/01/2023In the northernmost territory of Portugal, with a unique landscape, Soalheiro, distinguished for the second consecutive time in the World’s Best Vineyards as one of the best wine tourism in the world, offers various experiences of wine tourism and discovery of the territory, ideal for carrying out this Winter.
If a glass of wine by the fireplace, a gastronomic experience with local products and an infusion tasting paint the ideal scenario for those looking for the perfect getaway in these gray days, then Soalheiro meets all the requirements. In the unique coziness of an accommodation located in an environment of comfort and tradition, there are countless possibilities available in the wine tourism program of the first brand of Alvarinho de Melgaço, which wants to make known the essence of the territory that saw it born and a unique landscape. : the Minho River valley, the mountains, the typical Minho houses.
The possibility of accommodation is at Casa das Infusões (160€/ night; whole house), a rustic space, where every detail was inspired by the universe of The Pur Terroir infusions and prepared to provide a relaxed stay, whether in the warmth of the from the fireplace in the living room, whether in the garden, with a blanket on your back, watching the Minho River, the houses or the mountains which, in this season, lose the green tones of the forest and vineyards to be painted by layers of white frost.
For the second consecutive year, Soalheiro was distinguished in the World’s Best Vineyards, an annual ranking that highlights the best wine tourism destinations in the world, based on the nomination of around 500 wine and travel specialists, who consider criteria such as the quality of the wines, the architecture, the surrounding landscape and the excellence of the services.
With the coldest days just around the corner, The Pur Terroir infusions, entirely biologically conceived and using artisanal processes, are the ideal companion to warm body and soul on the grayest of days. So you can take advantage of these characteristics and get to know the history and the place where the infusions are produced, Soalheiro offers an Infusion Tasting (€15), where you can try three of the ten flavors available, in harmony with Prados de Melgaço cheese , jam from Quinta de Folga and honey from Zé. You can also visit the countryside where these are meticulously produced and cared for, side by side with the vineyards.
In the year in which it celebrates its 40th anniversary and thinking of lovers of Soalheiro wines, the producer opens the doors of the garage where Soalheiro started 40 years ago, the new Sala Origin, for a journey that traverses its history, offering various tasting options . The highlight goes to the 40 Years Tasting (120€), an exclusive tasting to celebrate the anniversary, where it will be possible to taste the evolution of Soalheiro and explore the elasticity of the Alvarinho variety. In this tasting, in addition to older vintages, the Special Edition Soalheiro 40 Years and Soalheiro Clássico wines, there are several other references to choose from and which can be enjoyed over two hours. In addition, there is the possibility of visiting the first vineyard and the cellar and innovation cellar, as well as a vat tasting in this cellar.
There are five wine tastings available: Premium Tasting (65€), Fusion (35€), Nature (25€), Origin (18€) and Classic (12€). In addition to tasting the various references associated with each one of them, you will also be able to learn about the producer’s journey and contemplate the view over the Minho River valley from the tasting room.
And because Melgaço is known for its unique gastronomy, full of traditional products, Soalheiro has also created five options for gastronomic experiences. To enjoy as a couple and taste some of the flavors of the territory, always accompanied by a selection of harmonized wines, it is possible to opt for the Traditional Tasting (20€), Ancestral (30€) or Roots (25€). For those who prefer a meal with the family or with a group of friends, the Light Meal (25€/person; minimum 4 people) is available, which includes local products paired with wine of your choice, or the Lunch Menu at the Table at the Farm da Folga (65€/person; minimum 8 people), which allows you to taste three typical homemade dishes harmonized with different expressions of Alvarinho.
Wine tourism operates every day of the week, with four visiting hours per day. Small groups and families are our priority, ensuring a personalized experience on every visit. Bookings can be made through the Soalheiro website, telephone (251 416 769) or e-mail (enoturismo@soalheiro.com).
Adega Mayor presents two new single varietals
03/01/2023Merlot and Moscatel Galego Roxo bring two new melodies to the range of single varieties. In the year in which it celebrates its 15th anniversary, Adega Mayor continues to innovate. This time, in the expansion of its range of single variety wines, with the launch of Adega Mayor Merlot and Adega Mayor Moscatel Galego Roxo, two grape varieties from different origins (France and Península de Setúbal) that now reach the market through the expression of the Alentejo terroir .
And because there are melodies that, like some musical instruments, deserve to be heard (and tasted) solo, Merlot and Moscatel Roxo, are represented by two musical instruments that make up the orchestra Mayor.
Adega Mayor Merlot 2020 is a red wine from Alentejo, whose grape variety is found in Monte da Pina, near the Caia dam. Delicate, versatile and with a ruby colour, it is aromatically fresh and fragrant, with notes of fresh grass, flowers and spice. Characteristics that elegantly involve ripe red fruit, plums and raspberries in jam. On the palate, it has a delicate texture with fine tannins, refreshing acidity and a full flavored, long and persistent finish.
From a careful selection, this red fermented at a controlled temperature in a French oak vat. After bottling, it has rested in the bottle until now.
It proves to be an excellent company to harmonize with Italian dishes, sautéed mushrooms, braised poultry dishes and dishes with marked spices.
Adega Mayor Moscatel Galego Roxo 2021 is an “Alentejano” wine with a greenish-yellow color and a clear and bright appearance. In a first impression, it maintains the identity of the variety – coming from the Setúbal Peninsula – but it gradually reveals the characteristics acquired by contact with the soils of Herdade das Argamassas. It suggests a perfumed floral, delicate notes of rose wrapped in a sweet background of lychee and fresh grape. The mouth maintains the speech of the nose, revealing an intense flavor, freshness and very good acidity. At the table, it goes perfectly with exotic dishes, such as sushi or fusion cuisine.
«It is with great pride that we celebrate 15 years of a path guided by values of quality, innovation and proximity. These two new Monovariety wines heighten our curiosity for working with national and international grape varieties, with the particularities of the terroir of a major Alentejo», underlines Rita Nabeiro, CEO of Adega Mayor.
The new single varieties, Adega Mayor Merlot and Moscatel Roxo, are available in the online store, with an RRP of €17 and €9.50 respectively, through the Online Store http://loja.adegamayor.pt , as well as in Delta The Coffee stores House Experience and in the main wineries in Portugal.
Limited edition of Barbeito Reserva 5 years Malvasia arrives at Garrafeira Benfica
03/01/2023The SLB 48 Madeira, Reserve 5 years old Malvasia, signed by the Madeiran producer Vinhos Barbeito, can be purchased from today and promises to delight fans of Sport Lisboa e Benfica and enthusiasts of high quality wines. With only 1000 units available, the SLB 48 Madeira arrives on the market as a result of a partnership between Garrafeira Benfica, which began three years ago, with the Portuguese football club and Super Grapes. Each bottle has a retail price of €30.99. In addition to this long-awaited SLB 48 Madeira, Garrafeira Benfica is preparing to present three new editions of non-alcoholic wines, a liqueur from Alentejo and two editions from Hungary. «These launches reflect Garrafeira Benfica’s ongoing commitment to providing a diverse and high-quality wine experience, reinforcing and continuing an unprecedented project born in a football club», says Miguel Bento, Benfica’s commercial and marketing director.
SLB Madeira has a golden color, with notes of toasted almonds, honey and smoked wood enhancing the refinement and freshness of this wine, capable of preserving its aromas for several months, even after opening the bottle. The grapes that gave rise to this wine come from excellent vineyards in Arco de São Jorge, on the north coast of the island of Madeira. The entire production process was meticulously thought out, in order to ensure a quality result, capable of pleasing the palate of the most demanding oenophiles. A wine that, in addition to having experienced the interruption of fermentation through the addition of wine alcohol (96%), also aged on site, in French oak casks, for a period of five years.
SLB 48 Madeira should be served at a temperature of 14/15ºC and is ideal for serving as a digestif. It also goes well with cheeses and desserts, such as caramel pudding, passion fruit and candied fruit.
Niepoort is one of the six finalists in this year’s edition of the COTEC SME Innovation Awards – BPI
29/12/2022Niepoort, Vinhos S.A. was nominated for the ‘PME Inovação COTEC-BPI 2022 Award’, being the only company in the agri-food sector among the six finalists this year, all of them protagonists of the innovation economy. The brand is also, since the genesis of the competition, the first company in the world of wine to be selected for this award, whose central objective is the promotion of consistent and continuous business innovation in Portugal.
This iconic brand was selected as a producer of world-renowned wines of excellence, which demonstrate respect for the terroir and identity of the grape varieties in the various regions where it is produced. The philosophy of the company and of those who collaborate in it combines the history and knowledge of the winemaking tradition with an inspiring vision of the future. Niepoort is committed to sustainable production through a biodynamic approach, which adapts to the different contexts of the territory.
Created in 2005, the COTEC-BPI SME Innovation Award is an initiative that annually distinguishes small or medium-sized companies (SMEs) in all sectors of economic activity that are notable for their culture, leadership, management practices and profitable economic growth based on the use of knowledge and innovation. This award represents a stimulus to the reputation of companies and the relationship with partners, suppliers and customers, involving brands that operate in areas of added value, such as information technologies, engineering, agri-food, mobility, technical textiles, robotics, automation and pharmaceuticals.
«It is with great pride that Niepoort reaches the final stage of this competition. It is the recognition of a sustained work, and thought in the long term, that did not start now. In that sense, it is very encouraging to realize that the investment plan we made, thinking about the next 20 years, and which no one seemed to understand, given that everything was evaluated on a two-month basis, turned out to be the right one. I thank COTEC for valuing this path, which, although not immediate, has led us to a better place, and to a sustained brand and company», comments Dirk Niepoort, fifth generation of the family and president of the Niepoort house. «Our presence in such a limited number of companies of excellence is the result of our constant focus on innovation and Niepoort experience, which follows our philosophy of quality, sharing and differentiation, and which has been transmitted throughout the various generations of the Niepoort family . Our recent bet on Enotourism is proof of that», reinforces Dirk Niepoort.
This year’s edition received more than two hundred applications from national companies and, after a rigorous selection process and in-depth analysis, six finalists were selected from different sectors of activity, which were presented to the Jury for the award. The winner of this edition was the project developed by Addvolt and, in addition to this and the production of ‘perfect wines’ by Casa Niepoort, the other finalists include, namely, high-value functional food, technical sports clothing for high competition, control machines industrialization and human language processing, all examples of a new front of structural transformation of the business fabric and its competitiveness.
The jury for this edition was chaired by Pedro Barreto (Banco BPI), and made up of Ana Teresa Lehmann (FEP – University of Porto), António Portela (BIAL), Carlos Oliveira (European Innovation Council), Joana Mendonça (National Innovation Agency) , João Bigotte (MIT Portugal), José Carlos Caldeira (INESC TEC), Lua Queiroz Pereira (Semapa), Manuel Mira Godinho (ISEG – University of Lisbon) and Manuela Tavares de Sousa (Imperial).
Casal Garcia launches second edition of Alegria Sessions
27/12/2022After the success of the first edition, Casal Garcia continues to bring music to the Portuguese and returns with ‘The Alegria Sessions’, challenging rising artists to reinterpret melancholy songs. This year, Celso, the band from Lisbon with an alternative/indie sound, and Projecto Bug, the group that fills the stages with energy using countless voices and a wide instrumental selection.
Both will give a happy twist to Papel Principal, one of the greatest hits on the Portuguese charts, released in 1986. The song full of feelings that tells of the end of a relationship, now appears in a remake with new musical arrangements, new rhythms and surprising harmonies . Without losing the essence of the lyrics, the bands reveal all their talent in transforming sadness into smiles.
Consumers like Casal Garcia choose the best version, identifying their favorite interpretation. This poll will take place on the brand’s Instagram during the month of November. The big winner will be sponsored by Casal Garcia who will provide her with different experiences over the next year.
The Alegria Sessions doesn’t just bring happy versions of sad melodies, it’s a project that reinforces the brand’s positioning in the music territory, giving stage to bands that are less known to the public. An initiative that has allowed honoring great successes in Portuguese music while providing a sensory experience of rediscovery.