Vinum Estate Wine Regions
Exploração do Terroir

Regiões Vinícolas

Descubra os diversos terroirs e microclimas do Vale do Douro que moldam os nossos vinhos distintos

Sub-Regiões do Vale do Douro

As Nossas Regiões Vinícolas

Três sub-regiões distintas no Vale do Douro, cada uma com características únicas que influenciam a nossa vinificação

Cima Corgo

Cima Corgo

The Heart of Douro

The historic core of Port production with steep schist slopes and ideal sun exposure.

Altitude
150-500m
Climate
Mediterranean
Soil
Schist & Granite
Specialty
Port Wines & Red Blends

Wine Characteristics

Intense structureComplex mineralityLong aging potential

Signature Wines

Vintage PortLBVReserva Especial
Douro Superior

Douro Superior

The Wild Frontier

The hottest and driest sub-region, producing powerful, concentrated wines with exceptional depth.

Altitude
200-600m
Climate
Continental
Soil
Schist & Alluvial
Specialty
Bold Red Wines

Wine Characteristics

Powerful tanninsDark fruit profileSpicy complexity

Signature Wines

Touriga NacionalTinta RorizField Blends
Baixo Corgo

Baixo Corgo

The Lush Valley

The coolest and wettest sub-region, known for elegant, aromatic wines with fresh acidity.

Altitude
100-300m
Climate
Atlantic Influence
Soil
Granite & Schist
Specialty
White & Rosé Wines

Wine Characteristics

Fresh acidityFloral aromaticsElegant structure

Signature Wines

White PortDry WhitesRosé
Análise Comparativa

Comparação de Terroirs

Explore como as diferenças de solo, clima e topografia nas nossas regiões criam características únicas nos vinhos

Soil Composition

Regional Comparison

Cima Corgo

Ancient schist soils with excellent drainage and mineral complexity

Key Characteristics
  • High mineral content
  • Excellent drainage
  • Heat retention

Douro Superior

Deep schist with alluvial deposits creating powerful structure

Key Characteristics
  • Deep root penetration
  • Good water retention
  • Mineral richness

Baixo Corgo

Mixed schist and granite with higher organic matter

Key Characteristics
  • Granite influence
  • Higher fertility
  • Moderate drainage

Impact on Wine Character

Soil composition directly influences mineral character, tannin structure, and the wine's aging potential. Schist soils typically produce more structured, age-worthy wines.

Geografia das Vinhas

Mapa dos Sítios de Vinhas

Exploração interativa dos nossos principais sítios de vinhas através dos diversos terroirs do Vale do Douro

Douro Superior
Baixo Corgo
Selected
Vineyard
Douro River
Mountains

Quinta do Vale Grande

Cima Corgo

Our oldest vineyard with ungrafted vines producing wines of incredible depth and longevity.

Altitude
320m
Aspect
South-East
Slope
45°
Planted
1895

Grape Varieties

Touriga NacionalTinta RorizTouriga Franca
Area: 12 hectares
Expressões Regionais

Vinhos por Região

Descubra como o terroir único de cada região se expressa no nosso portfólio de vinhos distintos

Reserva Especial 2018
Cima Corgo

Reserva Especial 2018

Red Blend

A powerful expression of Cima Corgo terroir with intense structure and aging potential.

Vintage
2018
Aging
24 months in French oak

Grapes

Touriga NacionalTinta RorizTouriga Franca

Tasting Notes

Black fruitSpiceMineralFirm tannins

Perfect With

Grilled meats, strong cheeses

Touriga Nacional 2019
Douro Superior

Touriga Nacional 2019

Single Varietal

Bold and concentrated with dark fruit character and robust structure from Douro Superior's hot climate.

Vintage
2019
Aging
18 months in American oak

Grapes

Touriga Nacional

Tasting Notes

Dark berriesChocolatePepperFull-bodied

Perfect With

Game, roasted meats

White Port Reserve
Baixo Corgo

White Port Reserve

Fortified White

Elegant and aromatic with fresh acidity from the cooler Baixo Corgo microclimate.

Vintage
NV
Aging
5 years in neutral oak

Grapes

MalvasiaViosinhoRabigato

Tasting Notes

CitrusAlmondHoneyFresh acidity

Perfect With

Appetizers, light desserts

Padrões Climáticos

Zonas Climáticas

Compreender os microclimas que definem cada sub-região e influenciam as condições de cultivo das uvas

Cima Corgo

Avg Temp
16°C
Rainfall
600-800mm
Sun Hours
2800
Humidity
65%

Temperature Range

Summer
28-32°C
Winter
5-10°C

Climate Characteristics

Moderate continental
Significant diurnal shift
Protected valleys

Winemaking Advantages

Slow ripening
Acid preservation
Complex aroma development

Douro Superior

Avg Temp
18°C
Rainfall
400-500mm
Sun Hours
3000+
Humidity
45%

Temperature Range

Summer
32-38°C
Winter
8-12°C

Climate Characteristics

Hot continental
Low humidity
High evaporation

Winemaking Advantages

Full ripening
Color concentration
Powerful structure

Baixo Corgo

Avg Temp
14°C
Rainfall
800-1000mm
Sun Hours
2600
Humidity
75%

Temperature Range

Summer
25-30°C
Winter
3-8°C

Climate Characteristics

Atlantic influence
Higher rainfall
Cooler nights

Winemaking Advantages

Fresh acidity
Aromatic delicacy
Elegant structure

Understanding Douro's Microclimates

The Douro Valley's unique topography creates distinct microclimates within short distances. From the hot, arid conditions of Douro Superior to the cooler, Atlantic-influenced Baixo Corgo, each sub-region offers unique conditions that shape the character of our wines. This diversity allows us to cultivate different grape varieties in their ideal environments and create complex blends that express the full potential of the Douro terroir.