Trás-Os-Montes

Discover the unique wines of Trás-os-Montes, one of Portugal's hidden viticultural gems. Located in the country's northeastern corner, this mountainous region extends beyond the Marão and Alvão mountain ranges, creating a distinctive terroir with altitudes between 350 to 650 meters that imparts exceptional characteristics to its wines. The region is divided into three distinct sub-regions: Chaves, famous for its thermal waters and vineyards planted on small valley slopes; Valpaços, rich in water resources on a plateau zone; and Planalto Mirandês, influenced by the Douro River. Each sub-region produces wines with distinct personalities, benefiting from unique microclimates and predominantly granitic soils with schist patches. Trás-os-Montes white wines stand out for their minerality and balance, produced from indigenous grape varieties such as Códega do Larinho, Gouveio, Malvasia Fina, Rabigato, Síria, and Viosinho. The reds reveal themselves as fruity and slightly astringent, crafted from noble varieties including Bastardo, Marufo, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional, and Trincadeira. Viticulture in this region has secular origins, with rock-carved wine presses of Roman and pre-Roman origin scattered throughout the territory, witnessing the millennial winemaking tradition. The Regional Wine Commission of Trás-os-Montes certifies approximately three million bottles annually, ensuring the quality and authenticity of wines with Controlled Designation of Origin (DOC) Trás-os-Montes and Geographic Indication (IGP) Transmontano. This land of contrasts, where the landscape rapidly changes between lush green valleys, grey olive groves, and extensive vineyards, produces wines that reflect the authenticity and character of the Transmontano terroir. To explore and compare the best prices for Trás-os-Montes wines, trust Wine Radar to discover these Portuguese viticultural treasures that capture the essence of one of Portugal's most distinctive wine regions.