- LanguagePortuguese, English
- Duration2H30
- DifficultyBeginner
- Next Date11/05/2026
This exclusive experience at Esporão takes you deep into the winery for a guided visit covering the full vinification process before sitting down to a vertical wine tasting of four different vintages of Esporão Reserva Red, understanding firsthand how aging shapes flavour, complexity and character across time. Regional cheese and cured meat boards are included throughout.
The experience opens with a guided winery visit exploring how Esporão makes its wines, from fermentation and aging decisions to the philosophy behind the Reserva Red that has defined the estate for decades. From there you move into the vertical tasting itself, working through four vintages in sequence with guidance on what to look for in each glass and how the same wine evolves across years in the bottle. The setting thirty metres below ground adds a quality of stillness and focus to the tasting that is genuinely difficult to replicate anywhere else. Please note that as the experience takes place underground and involves standing for approximately 2.5 hours, participants should be in good physical condition.
What you’ll experience
🍷 A guided winery visit exploring Esporão’s vinification processes and winemaking philosophy
🍷 A vertical tasting of four different vintages of Esporão Reserva Red
🍷 An understanding of how aging influences flavour, complexity and character in wine
🍷 Regional cheese and cured meat boards in an exclusive underground setting
🍷 An experience thirty metres below ground in the heart of the Esporão cellar
What’s included
🫙 Guided winery visit covering the full vinification process
🫙 Vertical tasting of four vintages of Esporão Reserva Red
🫙 Regional cheese and cured meat boards
🫙 An exclusive underground cellar setting at Esporão
What you leave with
A firsthand understanding of how time transforms wine, four vintages of one of the Alentejo’s most iconic reds tasted in the place where they were made, and a sensory experience that stays with you long after the last glass.
Esporão is set in the heart of the Alentejo and represents a deep respect for land, tradition and innovation. Our tasting experiences are designed to create meaningful and lasting connections between people and the wines of this extraordinary landscape, combining expert guidance with the authenticity and warmth that define Alentejo hospitality.
Please note this experience takes place 30 metres below ground and involves standing for approximately 2.5 hours. Participants should be in good physical condition. Takes place at Esporão, Alentejo.
Related Tags: Food & Drinks, Portuguese Traditional Cooking
FAQ
What is a vertical tasting?
It is a tasting of the same wine from different vintages to compare evolution over time.
What is included in the experience?
Besides the knowledge and everything you will learn about our wines, it includes: winery visit, tasting of 4 vintages, and regional cheese and cured meat boards.
Is there a maximum group size?
Yes, the activity is limited to 8 participants and no children are allowed.
Can everyone join?
This activity takes place 30 meters below surface and there are no toilets nearby. We highly advise you to contact our team if you are not extremely fit.
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Set in the heart of Portugal’s Alentejo region, Esporão represents a deep respect for the land, tradition, and innovation—values that resonate strongly with me.
My experience here is rooted in creating meaningful connections between people and the products of the land. Through immersive wine tastings and olive oil experiences, I aim to guide visitors on a sensory journey—one that highlights not only the flavors and aromas, but also the stories, craftsmanship, and sustainability behind each bottle and harvest.
Working closely with both wine and olive production allows me to share a holistic perspective of Alentejo’s rich agricultural heritage. Whether introducing guests to the nuances of terroir in a glass of wine or the complexity of a freshly pressed olive oil, my goal is always to create authentic, memorable experiences.
At Esporão, every detail matters—from the vineyard to the table—and I take pride in being part of a team that values quality, sustainability, and genuine hospitality. This role allows me to combine knowledge, storytelling, and passion to deliver experiences that stay with people long after they leave.
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