Overlooking the river in the heart of the Douro Valley, Quinta da Vacaria is one of Portugal’s oldest wine estates—its history dating back over 500 years. With terraced vineyards carved into steep hillsides and timeworn granite cellars, the estate captures the essence of Portugal’s wine region.
Still family-run, Quinta da Vacaria blends tradition with quality, producing wines that reflect both place and heritage. The vineyards follow the natural lines of the Douro, set on narrow terraces built over centuries. Native grape varieties like Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, and Touriga Franca grow here, drawing character from the schist soils and shifting weather of the valley.
In the cellars, the winemaking process balances old methods with modern technologies. The result is a collection of wines that are grounded, expressive, and unmistakably Douro.
Vacaria’s history is long but never frozen. The estate has moved through generations, adapting but still caring for the land, quality above all, and an honest approach to the craft.
A visit here is a chance to walk among vines, step into granite-walled cellars, and taste wines with the lingering flavors of the Douro Valley.
