Lourinhã Wines
Area essentially producing brandy. "The region of Lourinhã is traditionally a producer of wine spirits whose quality has been
recognized since the middle of the century" [1].
Lourinhã downtown © Google Earth
The denomination of origin Lourinhã was the first demarcated region of Portugal for exclusive production of brandy. With this, the area
destined to the production of wine has reduced considerably, with only 815 ha.
Main Breeds
For the production of DOC Lourinhã the following castes are used: Seminar, White Alicante, Marquinhas and Cabinda.
Lourinhã Brandy
Lourinhã's Eau-de-Vie, a product of excellence in its category, is produced in the only region of Portugal demarcated for this purpose.
Its acceptance in several countries shows that it owes nothing to even more fierce competitors.
Street in downtown Lourinhã © Google Earth
Featured Quintas
Quinta de Almoinha.