Quinta Vale D. Maria

Douro

Biodiversity that starts in the vineyard, with a unique field blend; 41 identified grape varieties;
78 hectares of owned vineyards (Cima Corgo and Douro Superior);
Use of ancestral techniques;
Manual treatments and harvesting;
Plowing of vineyards with animal support – not mechanized;
Biological treatment of the vines, with application of herb macerations;
Preservation of ancestral winemaking techniques – foot treading in lagars;
Local workers with years of connection to the estate;
Circular water system, with rain retention in ponds.