Wines

Beira Interior comprises Beira Baixa and Beira Transmontana (see Beiras). Rich in heritage - and good wines - in Beira Interior are some of the most beautiful historical villages in Portugal.

The vineyards of Beira Interior (DOP) are spread over the slopes of Serra da Estrela, 500 - 700m high, in Pinhel and Castelo Rodrigo (north of Guarda) and Cova da Beira, halfway between Guarda and Castelo Branco. Very lively red, Beira Interior (DOP) red wines are very balanced wines.

Main breeds

For the production of wines from Beira Interior (PDO) the following grapes are used: Cal, Rabo de Ovelha, Syria and Malvasia Fina (whites), Aragonez, Trincadeira, Alfrocheiro, Aragonez, Jaen and Touriga Nacional (red wines), among others .

Excellent Whites, Quality Reds

The white wines of Beira Interior (PDO) are neither too full nor have high alcoholic content, which is why the freshness of its acidity is one of its characteristics.

Featured Properties

In these lands of high altitude vineyards the highlight goes to the vineyards of Rui Madeira, where some of the best wines of the region are produced, such as the Beyra Superior and Beira Reserva, both red and white.



See also Wines of Portugal.