Casa Santos Lima was created to ensure the continuous development of Santos Lima’s wine producing activity created several generations ago. This activity was first started by Joaquim Santos Lima, who, by the turn of 19th century, was already a great producer and exporter of Portuguese wines. Still a family owned company, today is present in the regions of Lisboa, Algarve, Alentejo, Vinho Verde and Douro.
The basis for the first-class and wonderfully powerful cuvée Quid Pro Quo Vinho Tinto from Casa Santos Lima are Alfrocheiro, Tempranillo and Touriga Nacional grapes.
Quinta Do Portal has been producing Port wine in the Pinhão valley for more than 100 years, but it has been in the Douro at least since 1477, when the King D. Afonso V grants a portion of land (Comenda de Oliveira) to the noble D. Afonso de Mansilha. Later in 1756, Frei João de Mansilha played a very important role in the demarcation of the Douro and its implementation.
The Portal 29 Grapes is a field blend from old Port vineyards where you can find a large number of different grape varieties. It’s a reserve Port that results of a selection of the finest ruby lots carefully aged in the cellars between 4 and 5 years.
Quinta Do Portal has been producing Port wine in the Pinhão valley for more than 100 years, but it has been in the Douro at least since 1477, when the King D. Afonso V grants a portion of land (Comenda de Oliveira) to the noble D. Afonso de Mansilha. Later in 1756, Frei João de Mansilha played a very important role in the demarcation of the Douro and its implementation.
This is a blend of unique tawny Ports aged for 7 years in the cellars after a careful selection of the best 6 barrels. The brand is also a tribute to Quinta do Portal’s founder to each one of his 6 grandchildren.
Quinta Do Portal has been producing Port wine in the Pinhão valley for more than 100 years, but it has been in the Douro at least since 1477, when the King D. Afonso V grants a portion of land (Comenda de Oliveira) to the noble D. Afonso de Mansilha. Later in 1756, Frei João de Mansilha played a very important role in the demarcation of the Douro and its implementation.
Portal Fine Ruby is elegant, lively and with plenty of rich young fruit. Aged for three years in large wooden vats keeping it as fresh and protected from oxidation as possible.
Quinta Do Portal has been producing Port wine in the Pinhão valley for more than 100 years, but it has been in the Douro at least since 1477, when the King D. Afonso V grants a portion of land (Comenda de Oliveira) to the noble D. Afonso de Mansilha. Later in 1756, Frei João de Mansilha played a very important role in the demarcation of the Douro and its implementation.
Portal Fine Tawny is very smooth, clean and bright. Aged for 4 years in barrel, it still has lot of fresh fruit on the nose but already with some nutty notes.
Casa Santos Lima was created to ensure the continuous development of Santos Lima’s wine producing activity created several generations ago. This activity was first started by Joaquim Santos Lima, who, by the turn of 19th century, was already a great producer and exporter of Portuguese wines. Still a family owned company, today is present in the regions of Lisboa, Algarve, Alentejo, Vinho Verde and Douro.
The vines, planted with native Portuguese grapes, are located in the classified region of Lisbon (Lisboa) and planted in sun kissed hills with a gentle maritime influence and clay-limestone soils. With a citric colour and very aromatic it reveals plenty of freshness and a nice acidity.
Casa Santos Lima was created to ensure the continuous development of Santos Lima’s wine producing activity created several generations ago. This activity was first started by Joaquim Santos Lima, who, by the turn of 19th century, was already a great producer and exporter of Portuguese wines. Still a family owned company, today is present in the regions of Lisboa, Algarve, Alentejo, Vinho Verde and Douro.
The vines, planted with native Portuguese grapes, are located in the classified region of Lisbon (Lisboa). The mild climate of this region, the influence of the sea breeze and the clay-limestone soils have allowed the produciotn of this pleasant wine.
Casa Santos Lima was created to ensure the continuous development of Santos Lima’s wine producing activity created several generations ago. This activity was first started by Joaquim Santos Lima, who, by the turn of 19th century, was already a great producer and exporter of Portuguese wines. Still a family owned company, today is present in the regions of Lisboa, Algarve, Alentejo, Vinho Verde and Douro.
The Red Blend Portugal pays homage to the Portuguese producers’ art to take the best of each grape in order to create the perfect blend in a country with a vast variety of native grapes and incomparable skills to combine them the best way possible to produce quality wines.
João António Cerdeira was the first to break from this tradition in Melgaço and planted a full parcel as a continuous vineyard of Alvarinho. Today the third generation family members continue to embrace this spirit of innovation.
The name “Allo” is a merge of Alvarinho and Loureiro’s initials, two noble grape varieties of the Minho Region in northern Portugal. Loureiro, representing the majority (70%) of the blend, provides floral notes. Alvarinho, on the other hand, is responsible for the wine’s structure. By combining the delicate nature of Loureiro with the confidence of Alvarinho, “Allo” is a wine that embodies both the fun and serious sides of our Minho’s territory.
João António Cerdeira was the first to break from this tradition in Melgaço and planted a full parcel as a continuous vineyard of Alvarinho. Today the third generation family members continue to embrace this spirit of innovation.
Soalheiro Alvarinho has the nickname ‘Clássico’, as it was the first wine ever to be made by the family, back in 1982. Since then, it remains the house’s most classic style of single varietal Alvarinho, with aromatic freshness, intense flavour, and an unusual evolution in the bottle – it is a wine that goes well with any occasion!
João António Cerdeira was the first to break from this tradition in Melgaço and planted a full parcel as a continuous vineyard of Alvarinho. Today the third generation family members continue to embrace this spirit of innovation.
Rightfully bearing the name Granit, this wine is all about minerality. It offers less fruit and more acidity, revealing an unusual dimension of Alvarinho from the mountain. Its elegance and crisp texture make Soalheiro Granit a very gastronomic wine.
Quinta de Porrais is located in the area of the Douro Demarcated Region, recognized for having defined the world’s first organization model for a wine region and for the quality of its wines. In partnership with Ferreira family, Casa Santos Lima has been a partner of Quinta de Porrais since 2011 and responsible for the production and commercialization of the wines of this historic place.
Situated at an altitude of around 600 metres, winding terraces, the centuries-old vines planted here have excellent exposure to the sun. Made of this region’s traditionally grapes this wine shows great aromatic intensity and Douro’s character.
Casa Santos Lima was created to ensure the continuous development of Santos Lima’s wine producing activity created several generations ago. This activity was first started by Joaquim Santos Lima, who, by the turn of 19th century, was already a great producer and exporter of Portuguese wines. Still a family owned company, today is present in the regions of Lisboa, Algarve, Alentejo, Vinho Verde and Douro.
Território Vinho Regional Lisboa is a wine produced from the Castelão, Tinta Roriz, Syrah and Touriga Nacional grape varieties, a combination that gives the wine complexity and character. With fresh and firm tannins, the wine offers a long finish, providing a lasting and pleasant experience
Located in the Demarcated Region of Vinhos Verdes, in Lousada, about 40 km from the city of Oporto, the record of agricultural production of Casa de Vila Verde dates to sec. XVII, being therefore long the tradition of the production of Vinho Verde.
Perfect combination between the aromas of four of the most famous grape varieties of the region.The result is a young, fresh, fruity wine, with a great crispy acidity.
Casa Santos Lima was created to ensure the continuous development of Santos Lima’s wine producing activity created several generations ago. This activity was first started by Joaquim Santos Lima, who, by the turn of 19th century, was already a great producer and exporter of Portuguese wines. Still a family owned company, today is present in the regions of Lisboa, Algarve, Alentejo, Vinho Verde and Douro.
Lisboa hills have splendorous sightseeingat their top. An inspiration itself for a top wine mainly produced with this region’s traditional grape varieties. Aromatic, well balanced with oak notes, it offers a smooth finish.
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