What they say about us

Portuguese wine has gone from being a distinguished unknown to becoming an up-and-coming player on the international scene. This diversity is increasingly captivating renowned experts around the world. Here are some of their opinions.

Black-and-white photograph of Konstantin Baum, Master of Wine, smiling while holding a glass of red wine

"Portugal is more than just another country that makes wine.“

Its exciting diversity of grape varieties winemaking techniques, and climatic conditions have turned every one of my visits there into an eye-opening experience. This diversity has formed the basis for the quality evolution over the last decades.

Konstantin Baum

Master of Wine

"I enjoy drinking and discussing Portuguese wines as they possess an amazing combination of quality and consistency."

It’s abundance of indigenous varieties offers an enviable uniqueness that cannot be easily surpassed by other countries.

Dirceu Vianna Junior, MW

UK & Brazil

Black-and-white photograph of Dirceu Vianna Junior, Master of Wine, leaning on a balcony railing with a glass of red wine in hand

"Portugal provides wondrous discovery for wine lovers. The championing of indigenous grape varieties by Portuguese winegrowers means that unique, high-quality wines are readily accessible to expand taste horizons."

Few countries provide such a rich opportunity for fun while learning about what makes the country special.

James Tidwell
TEXSOM producer

"The distinctive flavours and high quality of Portuguese wines and Portuguese grape varieties are a constant source of delight."

They still catch me by surprise.

Julia Harding, MW

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Black-and-white photograph of Jorge Lucki tasting wine, holding a glass next to a bottle

"The success achieved by Portuguese wines around the world is built on solid foundations and is more than well-deserved."

The modernization of Portugal’s wine industry, carried out over the past 25 years, has given rise to a generation of wines that both preserve the country’s identity and clearly demonstrate its enormous winemaking potential.

Jorge Lucki

Journalist

"For me, wines from Portugal represent great diversity and excellent value for money."

As the wine market is becoming more and more mature in China, the demands from wine lovers are also becoming more and more diversified. Coincidentally, the Chinese name of Portugal has incorporated “grape” into it. Therefore it will be my pleasure to encourage more Chinese people to drink Portuguese wines.

Denis Lin
Wine & Spirit Writer Educator

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