Discover the Indigenous Grape Varieties of the Basto Region
Overview
The 'Discover the native grape varieties of the Basto Region' experience is unique because it allows you to discover the native grape varieties of the Basto sub-region in an authentic and immersive way.
Tasting wines with the distinctive character of Azal, with its citrus aromas and accentuated freshness; Padeiro, with its elegance and freshness, and Vinhão, with its unique character, visitors explore the true essence of this ancestral and exclusive terroir of the Basto sub-region, in the heart of the Vinho Verde Region.
Visit Quinta da Raza on a private and exclusive tour and taste our excellent wines while enjoying our stunning and authentic landscapes.
The wine tasting includes:
1. Guided tour of Quinta da Raza's wine tourism facilities;
2. Commented tasting of 3 wines made from the native grape varieties of the Basto sub-region: Dom Diogo Azal, Dom Diogo Padeiro and Dom Diogo Vinhão;
3. Pairing with traditional bread, a board of sausages and cheeses and toasts made from organic Portuguese preserves.
What's Included
- Brunch Pairing with snacks and/or regional tapas
- Alcoholic beverages Three wines from the indigenous grape varieties of the Basto Region: Azal, Padeiro and Vinhão
- Bottled water
Meeting Location
4890-571 Veade
Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Discover the aromas and flavours of the most typical grape varieties of the Basto sub-region, their history and characterization. The indigenous grape varieties of the Basto region have a unique and distinctive character. Azal, with its citrus aromas and accentuated freshness; Padeiro with its elegance and freshness and Vinhão with its unique character represent the ancestral and exclusive terroir of the Basto sub-region, in the heart of the Vinho Verde Region.
In this workshop you will not only be able to taste the flavors of Quinta da Raza's Vinho Verde wines, but also deepen your knowledge of Vinho Verde wines in general and the traditional grape varieties of our region in particular.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- In accordance with current legislation in Portugal, only participants aged 18 or over will be allowed to participate in the wine tasting. For those participants under the age of 18, fruit juice, water or tea will be available.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- Brunch. Pairing with snacks and/or regional tapas.
- Alcoholic beverages. Three wines from the indigenous grape varieties of the Basto Region: Azal, Padeiro and Vinhão.
- Bottled water.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Discover the Indigenous Grape Varieties of the Basto Region is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- In accordance with current legislation in Portugal, only participants aged 18 or over will be allowed to participate in the wine tasting. For those participants under the age of 18, fruit juice, water or tea will be available.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Discover the Indigenous Grape Varieties of the Basto Region will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- BrunchPairing with snacks and/or regional tapas
- Alcoholic beveragesThree wines from the indigenous grape varieties of the Basto Region: Azal, Padeiro and Vinhão
- Bottled water
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- In accordance with current legislation in Portugal, only participants aged 18 or over will be allowed to participate in the wine tasting. For those participants under the age of 18, fruit juice, water or tea will be available.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
