Quinta dos Vales

Quinta dos Vales sits in the western Algarve near Lagoa, approximately 15 minutes from the Atlantic coastline. The Monchique mountains to the north shield the estate from cold winds, creating a stable Mediterranean growing environment with more than 3,000 sunshine hours per year. The estate's history reaches back to the Algarve's Arabic heritage, and today it operates as both a wine producer and an art destination, with sculptures and installations integrated throughout the property alongside villa accommodations and event venues.

• Located near Lagoa in western Algarve, Portugal
• Mediterranean climate with over 3,000 sunshine hours annually
• Natural wind protection provided by the Monchique mountains to the north
• Features art installations, villa accommodations, and event facilities

The estate's 44 hectares are planted in lime and clay soils well suited to both indigenous Portuguese varieties and international grapes. The portfolio spans 15 varieties in total, with red plantings including Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Aragonês, Alicante Bouschet, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Castelão. White varieties include Verdelho, Alvarinho, and Viognier. This breadth allows the estate to produce both blended wines and single-variety expressions across its three main brands.

• Lime and clay soils across 44 hectares
• Red varieties: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Aragonês, Alicante Bouschet, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Castelão
• White varieties: Verdelho, Alvarinho, Viognier
• 15 grape varieties total, producing both blends and single-variety wines

Quinta dos Vales combines modern winemaking techniques with traditional Portuguese methods. Grapes are hand-harvested beginning in early August, with harvest dates determined by sugar levels, acidity, and pH rather than fixed calendar dates. Annual production reaches approximately 150,000 bottles. The estate releases wines under three brands: Marquês dos Vales, DIALOG, and Grace Vineyards. The style leans toward fruity and intense reds, though the full range includes white and rosé wines as well.

• Hand-harvested from early August; timing based on sugar, acidity, and pH
• Approximately 150,000 bottles produced annually
• Three brands: Marquês dos Vales, DIALOG, and Grace Vineyards
• Modern techniques combined with traditional Portuguese winemaking practices

Wines from Quinta dos Vales are classified as Vinho Regional Algarve, which permits the flexibility to work with a broader range of varieties than the Lagoa DOC rules allow. The estate sits within the Lagoa DOC appellation boundary. Its track record at international competitions is substantial, with more than 100 awards accumulated across its portfolio. The estate also runs a Winemaker Experience program alongside regular tastings and tours, making it a significant wine tourism destination in southern Portugal.

• Classified as Vinho Regional Algarve for maximum varietal flexibility
• Located within the Lagoa DOC appellation
• Over 100 international awards across its wine portfolio
• Winemaker Experience program available alongside standard tastings and tours