The Portuguese islands have been making a name for themselves in the wine sector as islands of quality and excellence. In a highly globalised world, anything that is genuine and distinctive has a greater ability to stand out, and the wines produced in the Azores and Madeira are undoubtedly among them.
Today we focus on the red and rosé wines that come to us from both islands, perfect for accompanying these autumn days.
Freshness and salinity are the watchwords for wines from the Azores. Small-production wines, in a terroir that is very difficult to ‘master’, on an island with an unpredictable climate... These are the reasons why Pico grapes are currently the most expensive in Portugal and why Azores wines are among the most sought after by the most informed consumers.
If you want to try an excellent Azorean wine, take a look at Terras de Lava Reserve or Insula Clarete.
The island of Madeira also has a unique landscape characterised by rugged terrain. The particular conditions of the volcanic soil, mostly basaltic, and the proximity to the sea, combined with the climate, where summers are hot and humid and winters are mild, give the wine unique and singular characteristics.
Be sure to try a red wine made from the Tinta Negra grape variety, such as Tinta Negra dos Villões or Atlantis.
If you are looking for unique and singular wines, take a look at our suggestions for today and try a wine that will certainly remain in your memory.
