Some wines tell stories. Others, like Padre Vale , are  the story — a liquid testament to family, tradition, and the winemaking culture of Madeira. An origin between countryside and city The story of Padre Vale wine begins in the first half of the 20th century, on the island of Madeira, between two distinct yet deeply connected worlds: the rural north — in places like Seixal and Ribeira da Janela — and the urban setting of Funchal. It was in these regions that high-quality musts were...

Tucked between the Atlantic Ocean and the Sintra mountains lies one of Portugal’s most intriguing and historic wine regions: Colares. Small in size but immense in character, Colares produces wines unlike any other in the world—shaped by sandy soils, ocean winds, and centuries-old traditions. Colares Region is the westernmost in continental Europe. A Terroir Like No Other What sets Colares apart begins beneath the surface. The region’s vineyards are planted in deep sandy soils, sometimes...

The Vinho Verde region in northwest Portugal is famed for its vibrant, refreshing wines—and at the heart of this character are two...