Vinho do Alentejo — the wine of the Alentejo — is one of the best-known products of the region, and a natural companion to the cooking of Montemor-o-Novo.
The Alentejo is one of Portugal's major wine regions, its warm, dry climate and wide plains well suited to the vine. The region is particularly known for its reds — generous, ripe and full-bodied — though it produces whites as well. Alentejo wines have built a strong reputation, in Portugal and beyond, and the region is dotted with wine estates and cellars.
Around Montemor-o-Novo, the wine landscape is part of the character of the country — the design hotel L'And Vineyards, with its own winery, stands among the vines near the town. For the visitor, a glass of Alentejo wine is the natural accompaniment to a regional meal, and a wine estate makes a rewarding stop.
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Vinho do Alentejo
Highlights
- One of the best-known products of the Alentejo
- From one of Portugal's major wine regions
- Particularly known for generous, full-bodied reds
- A strong reputation in Portugal and beyond
- Wine estates dot the country around Montemor
Frequently asked questions
What is vinho do Alentejo known for?
The Alentejo is a major Portuguese wine region, particularly known for its generous, ripe, full-bodied red wines.
Can you visit wineries near Montemor-o-Novo?
Yes. The country around the town has wine estates, including L'And Vineyards, which has its own winery.
What food goes with Alentejo wine?
Alentejo reds are a natural companion to the region's pork dishes, migas and other traditional cooking.