{"title":"Port Wine Reserve","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"porto-niepoort-senior-tawny","title":"Porto Niepoort Senior Tawny 75cl ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-8636 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/niepoort-logo.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"405\" height=\"228\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAn independent family business for over a century and a half; five generations have succeeded one another at the helm of Niepoort since Franciscus Marius Niepoort founded the company in 1842. Almost always, two generations have worked side-by-side for many years, contributing to a successful transition. At this moment, we look forward with enthusiasm to the future sixth generation, anticipating close collaboration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"post grid-9\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"post-text\"\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe fifth generation: Eduard Dirk Niepoort and Verena Niepoort. Dirk has been at the helm of the company since Eduard Rudolph Niepoort's formal retirement in 2005. Dirk, born in 1964, discovered the world of wine during his studies in Switzerland. In 1987, Dirk joined his father, Rolf Niepoort, in the family business and was challenged to innovate while maintaining good traditions. The first important step was the acquisition of their own vineyards: Quinta de Nápoles and Quinta do Carril in the Cima Corgo, a region that traditionally produces the best Port wines. 15 hectares of vines were newly planted, and 10 hectares of 60-year-old vines were carefully maintained. Owning Quintas and vineyards in the Douro was an important step for the production of Port wine and for the creation of the first non-fortified Niepoort wines. Dirk's passion for wine, humble respect, and curiosity about the Douro terroir have defined the spirit of Niepoort for the past two decades and are a constant inspiration for the team. Dirk's sister, Verena, joined the company as CEO in 2005.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe fourth generation: Eduard Rudolf van der Niepoort. Rolf was born in March 1927. From childhood, he had a great interest in mechanics, but also possessed a good business sense. In 1950, he joined his father, Eduard, in the family business. His experience was a valuable asset, and he was able to overcome a difficult period financially. Rolf dedicated his interest to commercial and human relationships within and outside the company, and was conservative when it came to wine production. Rolf nostalgically remembers the production of a Vintage Port, the 1970 one, as if it were his own creation, from beginning to end. Currently, it is considered one of Niepoort's greatest Ports. Like all members of the Niepoort family, he is a great collector: vintage cars, antiques, and especially Portuguese weapons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe third generation: Eduard Marius Niepoort. Eduard was born on September 14, 1890, in Porto. He was extremely skilled and a born scientist. In 1912, due to his father's death, Eduard Marius Niepoort was obliged to join the family business. Rolf Niepoort, his son, remembers his father as a person \"interested in various areas, such as chemistry, physics, and mechanics, and was a man with a fine sense of humor.\" In the words of Elisabete, who worked with him and was already involved in administration at the time, he was a true \"icon of intelligence,\" an upright person who was very thoughtful in his decisions. Eduard Marius left the company as an active partner in 1980 and dedicated his time to his many hobbies and collections. Eduard Marius Niepoort passed away at the age of 91 (on June 3, 1982). His grandchildren, Dirk and Verena, remember his strictness regarding their studies and cherish the memory of a grandfather with endless collections of books, stamps, coins, and train tickets!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe second generation: Eduard Karel Jackob. Eduard Jackob was born in 1848 in Porto. Niepoort was already a thriving company when Eduard Karel took over the family business and continued the work of his predecessor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The first generation: Franciscus Marius van der Niepoort. The founder, Franciscus, was born in 1813 in Hilversum, Netherlands. He married Francisca Louisa Elisabeth Ehlers. Franciscus Marius came to Portugal to create the Niepoort company, a producer of Port wine. He founded the company as a Port wine seller, without owning land or vineyards. He was primarily a Port wine merchant. He died in Porto on March 7, 1887.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe art of Master Blender has also been passed down through generations. José Nogueira was the fourth in his family to practice his art at Niepoort, having worked for the company for over 50 years. His son, José Rodrigo, joined the team in September 2006 and they worked together until 2011, currently representing the fifth generation of the Nogueira family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"post grid-9\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"post-text\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e In 2010, Niepoort celebrated Master Blender José Nogueira's \"50 years with the company\" with his family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188141908305,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/Porto-Niepoort-The-Senior.jpg?v=1772533980"},{"product_id":"porto-noval-black-reserve","title":"Porto Noval Black Reserve 75cl ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-15374 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/noval-logo-300x105.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"105\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"wysiwyg-text-align-justify\"\u003e Quinta do Noval benefits from a privileged location in the heart of the Douro Valley.\u003cbr\u003e\n The 145-hectare vineyard, fully classified as an A-grade property, is planted with the noblest grape varieties of the Douro region: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinto Cão, and Sousão.\u003cbr\u003e\n The vineyard plots have a rich geographical diversity.\u003cbr\u003e\n altitude: from 100m to 500m\u003cbr\u003e\n Exposure: to all cardinal points\u003cbr\u003e\n Soil: shale with clay fragments, of variable mixture.\u003cbr\u003e \nThese characteristics give the wines different nuances depending on their origin. From the fusion of these nuances is born the magic of Quinta do Noval wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"wysiwyg-text-align-justify\"\u003e Currently, vineyards are replanted with a single variety adapted to each individual plot according to three main factors: altitude, exposure, and the type of vineyard planting.\u003cbr\u003e\n The magnificent old schist stone terraces continue to be the defining feature of Quinta do Noval.\u003cbr\u003e\n Quinta do Noval is the only historical exporter of Port wine that bears the name of its estate, and which produces Vintage Port from a single plot, when declared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188142072145,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/Porto-Noval-Black.jpg?v=1772533983"},{"product_id":"porto-portal-6-barrels-tawny-reserva","title":"Porto Portal 6 Barris Tawny Reserva 75cl ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-15400 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/portal-logo.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"188\" height=\"186\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQuinta do Portal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Portuguese, family-run, and independent estate that has passionately embraced the concept of a \"Boutique Winery.\" It is dedicated to the production of Douro wines, Port wines of special categories, as well as Moscatel and olive oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis project, which materialized in the early 1990s, was based on Quinta dos Muros, a centuries-old property of the Mansilha family, and on the Port wine that had been produced there for four generations. With a vision for the future, the focus was immediately on creating world-class Douro wines, becoming part of the first group of the new generation of Douro producers who, fortunately, believed in the potential of Douro still wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Paulo Coutinho is in charge of winemaking and production, having been involved since 1994. He has had the technical support of Pascal Chatonnet in Douro wines since 1992, and also had the privilege of working with Jeremy Bull on Port wines in the years leading up to the turn of the century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Quality has always been the motto, as evidenced by the numerous national and international awards given to Quinta do Portal's wines, olive oils, and various services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe vineyards at Quinta do Portal are operating under an Integrated Production process, which requires adherence to certain standards in order to guarantee environmental protection.\u003cbr\u003e\n Members of The Porto Protocol, a movement whose values ​​are SUSTAINABILITY, OPTIMISM and SHARING through Responsibility, Collaboration and Commitment. The Mission is to promote collaborative action by bringing together a network of change-makers and viable climate solutions for the world of wine, and the Vision is to have a world where companies join forces and act together to delay and reverse climate change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e In vineyards, some of the practices used include:\u003cbr\u003e\n \u0026gt; no soil disturbance between the rows;\u003cbr\u003e\n Incorporating pruning wood into the soil;\u003cbr\u003e\n \u0026gt; no use of residual herbicides;\u003cbr\u003e\n Low-volume application rates for pesticides;\u003cbr\u003e\n The increasing use of organic concealers;\u003cbr\u003e \n\u0026gt; strategy of applying plant protection products only when the economic threshold for infestation is reached;\u003cbr\u003e\n Vineyard planting is done using the \"Vineyard on the Hill\" system with slopes up to 40%, and from 40 to 60% slopes, planting is done on terraces with a single row of vines. This avoids the use of herbicides on the slopes, and the height of the slopes is also reduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e With the practices described, it is possible to protect beneficial organisms, particularly those of the coccinellidae family.\u003cbr\u003e\n Also noteworthy is the reappearance of flocks of partridges in the vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188142268753,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/Porto-Portal-6-Barrels-tawny-reserva.jpg?v=1772533987"},{"product_id":"porto-quinta-do-estanho-reserva","title":"Porto Quinta do Estanho Reserva 2019 75cl ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-15248 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/estanho-logo.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"237\" height=\"222\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e From the very first grape…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e On the steep, rugged slopes of the Douro, blessed by the sun and through the art of man, the vine produces a nectar worthy of the table of the gods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe archaeological fame of the Douro predates its wine-growing heritage. In fact, peoples who discovered the riches of the subsoil passed through this region. They explored gold and tin, which were not only abundant but could be extracted using rudimentary methods employed in prehistoric times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e From tin to wine was a short step. And it is on the left bank of the ancient Pinhão River that the \"Quinta do Estanho\" (Tin Estate) is located, known by the name of the mineral that once proliferated there. After the subsoil was exploited, the next step was the cultivation of vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188146266449,"sku":null,"price":19.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/Porto-Qta-do-Estanho-Reserva.jpg?v=1772534054"},{"product_id":"porto-kopke-tawny-reserve","title":"Porto Kopke Tawny Reserve 75cl ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-15298 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/kopke_logo-300x113.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"113\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e Kopke's trajectory is intertwined with the history of its place. The Douro was destined to be the chosen amphitheater for this union between the will of man and nature.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e In 1636, a journey between Hamburg and Portugal took place that would prove to be the root of a long history: Nicolau Köpke arrived in his new country as Consul General of the Hanseatic Cities.\u003cbr\u003e \nTwo years later, in 1638, he signed the first bottles of wine sent to Northern Europe.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e The purchase of a farm in the Douro Valley in 1781 marks the transition from a buying company to a major wine producer.\u003cbr\u003e\n Port wines gradually gained importance within the firm, quickly becoming its main business. Nicholas Kopke \u0026amp; Co. became an example of innovation, integrating wine production and trade within a single company.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e In 1828, Cristiano Nicolau Kopkë, great-great-grandson of the company's founder, Nicolau Kopkë, and grandson of Cristiano Kopke, sided with the Liberal Party during the civil war, thus linking the company and the family to the cause.\u003cbr\u003e\n This dedication to the concept of social progress will be shared by all successive generations of the family.\u003cbr\u003e\n In 1836, Cristiano Nicolau Kopke was granted the title of Baron of Vilar. Ten years later, his nephew Joaquim Augusto Kopke received the title of Baron of Massarelos.\u003cbr\u003e \nTwo centuries after the family's arrival in Portugal, their commitment to the country's development has been rewarded.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e The firm takes the name CN Kopke.\u003cbr\u003e\n Kopke, established in 1841, remains as such to this day.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e The purchase of the S. Luiz Farm in 1922, almost three centuries after its creation, is like Kopke's arrival home.\u003cbr\u003e\n This property, which has always been the choice of great connoisseurs of the Douro and Port wine, has been coveted for a long time. It becomes the focus, the model, and the jewel of all Kopke wine production.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e In 1940, the Commercial and Industrial Association of Portugal signed a certificate recognizing the antiquity of CN Kopke, dating back to 1638.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188150788433,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/Porto-Kopke-Reserve-tawny.jpg?v=1772534091"},{"product_id":"porto-fonseca-terra-prima-organic-75cl","title":"Porto Fonseca Terra Prima Organic 75cl ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-16440 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/fonseca-logo-300x107.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"107\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e From the legendary 1840, the first Vintage Port to be released on the market, to the fantastic vintages declared in the last decade, the company has produced a series of acclaimed wines, even during the most adverse moments in history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eJames Suckling, in his seminal book on Vintage Port wines, describes it as follows: \"Fonseca Vintage Ports are consistently perhaps the finest of all. They not only exhibit remarkable body and powerful richness while young, but also retain that youthfulness for decades.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e This consistency is the result not only of the continued family involvement and all the knowledge and skills passed down from generation to generation, but also of a very close connection with the vineyard. The company's three properties – Cruzeiro, Panascal and Santo Antônio – are at the heart of the character that distinguishes its Vintage Port wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Fonseca's respect for the vineyard and its unique environment in the Douro region is expressed in the company's leadership in sustainable and organic viticulture. This was the first winery to produce a Port wine made entirely from organically grown grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eHowever, for wine enthusiasts worldwide, Fonseca is best known as the producer of Bin No. 27. This Reserve Port, launched four decades ago, is one of the most popular and successful Port blends. Sharing the heritage of the great Fonseca Vintage Ports, Bin No. 27 displays the opulent fruity character that defines the Fonseca house style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Perhaps more than any other Port wine producer, Fonseca has built a loyal community of Port wine enthusiasts who value its individuality and the inimitable character of its wines. This community includes connoisseurs, collectors, sommeliers, and restaurant-related service entrepreneurs, as well as those who simply enjoy drinking its wonderfully rich and complex Port wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188194206033,"sku":null,"price":22.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/Porto-Fonseca-Terra-Prima-Organic.jpg?v=1772534536"},{"product_id":"porto-grahams-six-grapes-reserva-75cl","title":"Porto Graham's Six Grapes Reserva 75cl ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-15548 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/grahams-logo-300x190.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"190\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe story of two families spanning three centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eFor almost two hundred years, W \u0026amp; J Graham's has been an independent family business known for producing the finest Port wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGraham's has always been a pioneer.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eGraham's was one of the first Port companies to invest in its own vineyards in the Douro Valley in Portugal in 1890 and is now at the forefront of innovation in winemaking techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eToday, five Symington cousins ​​share responsibility for all aspects of the company and personally produce Graham's wines.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThey have also been involved with Port and the Douro for many generations, with ancestry dating back to the mid-17th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188194894161,"sku":null,"price":17.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/Porto-Grahams-Six-Grapes-Reserve.jpg?v=1772534546"},{"product_id":"porto-noval-tawny-reserve-75cl","title":"Porto Noval Tawny Reserve 75cl ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-15374 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/noval-logo-300x105.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"105\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp class=\"wysiwyg-text-align-justify\"\u003eQuinta do Noval benefits from a privileged location in the heart of the Douro Valley.\u003cbr\u003e\n The 145-hectare vineyard, fully classified as an A-grade property, is planted with the noblest grape varieties of the Douro region: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinto Cão, and Sousão.\u003cbr\u003e\n The vineyard plots have a rich geographical diversity.\u003cbr\u003e\n altitude: from 100m to 500m\u003cbr\u003e\n Exposure: to all cardinal points\u003cbr\u003e\n Soil: shale with clay fragments, of variable mixture.\u003cbr\u003e\n These characteristics give the wines different nuances depending on their origin. From the fusion of these nuances is born the magic of Quinta do Noval wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"wysiwyg-text-align-justify\"\u003e Currently, vineyards are replanted with a single variety adapted to each individual plot according to three main factors: altitude, exposure, and the type of vineyard planting.\u003cbr\u003e\n The magnificent old schist stone terraces continue to be the defining feature of Quinta do Noval.\u003cbr\u003e \nQuinta do Noval is the only historical exporter of Port wine that bears the name of its estate, and which produces Vintage Port from a single plot, when declared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188213440849,"sku":null,"price":23.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/Porto-Noval-Tawny-Reserve.jpg?v=1772534747"},{"product_id":"porto-pocas-tawny-special-reserve-75cl","title":"Porto Poças Tawny Reserve 75cl","description":"","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188213637457,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/Porto-Pocas-Special-Reserve-Tawny.jpg?v=1772534754"},{"product_id":"porto-maynards-reserve-organic-75cl","title":"Maynard's Reserve Organic Porto 75cl","description":"","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188226941265,"sku":null,"price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/Maynards-reserve-organic.jpg?v=1772534969"},{"product_id":"porto-quinta-do-estanho-special-white-reserve-75cl","title":"Porto Quinta do Estanho Special White Reserve 75cl ","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gg-infobox\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-15248 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/estanho-logo.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"237\" height=\"222\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e From the very first grape…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e On the steep, rugged slopes of the Douro, blessed by the sun and through the art of man, the vine produces a nectar worthy of the table of the gods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The archaeological fame of the Douro predates its wine-growing heritage. In fact, peoples who discovered the riches of the subsoil passed through this region. They explored gold and tin, which were not only abundant but could be extracted using rudimentary methods employed in prehistoric times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eFrom tin to wine was a short step. And it is on the left bank of the ancient Pinhão River that the \"Quinta do Estanho\" (Tin Estate) is located, known by the name of the mineral that once proliferated there. After the subsoil was exploited, the next step was the cultivation of vines. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"gg-infobox\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-3465\" src=\"https:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/ribbon-red.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"57\" height=\"57\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Silver Medal II ACIC Wine Competition 2000 - PORTUGAL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188249977169,"sku":null,"price":22.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/porto-qta-estanho-special-white-reserve.jpg?v=1772535364"},{"product_id":"porto-taylors-select-reserve-75cl","title":"Taylor's Select Reserve Port 75cl ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-15467 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Taylors-Colour-Logo-300x251.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"251\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e For many, Taylor's is the most illustrious producer of Port wines, and drinking its wines is the most sublime of experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"collapseText\" class=\"rest-text\"\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eFounded over three centuries ago, in 1692, Taylor's is one of the oldest Port wine trading houses dedicated exclusively to the production of Port wine and, especially, its finest styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Above all, Taylor's is an independent company in which some family members hold leadership roles in all areas of activity. The company's long and uninterrupted family tradition has allowed for continuity and clarity of mission, both essential attributes of any great Port wine house. It has also allowed for the refinement of the skills and knowledge necessary to produce the finest Ports, which are constantly refined in light of the experience passed down from generation to generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTaylor's is also respected as a producer of wood-aged Port wines and holds one of the largest reserves of rare cask-aged wines, most notably its distinctive aged Tawny Ports. The house is also known as the creator of LBV (Late Bottled Vintage), a style the company pioneered and of which it remains the leading producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Successive generations, with their experience, have strived to refine their knowledge and ability to produce ever better Port wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eBased in Porto and the Douro region, the company is involved in all phases of its Port wine production, from planting the vines and cultivating the grapes to the elaboration, aging, and bottling of the wine batches. The family's commitment to the future of Port wine is demonstrated in its dedication to achieving the highest standards in Port wine production, in its sustained investment in all areas of the company's operation, and finally, in its determination to preserve the unique environment of the Douro region through the promotion of sustainable and responsible viticulture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188312891729,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/taylors-select-reserve.jpg?v=1772536347"},{"product_id":"porto-warres-reserve-tawny-1972-75cl","title":"Warre's Reserve Tawny Port 1972 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-16865 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/warres-logo.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"190\" height=\"144\"\u003e For 350 years, Warre's has been a pioneer in the Port wine trade, from advancements in winemaking to viticultural research. It was one of the first Port wine houses to build an inn in Vila Nova de Gaia in the 18th century, where – even today – its wines age undisturbed until bottling.\u003cbr\u003e\n This pioneering spirit, combined with a deep respect for heritage and tradition, forms a unique combination that places Warre's firmly at the heart of the history of the Port wine trade as it celebrates its 350th anniversary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eWarre's is synonymous with the history of the English in Porto. Not only did William Warre serve as British Consul in Porto, but his famous descendant (another William Warre) fought as an officer in the Peninsular War against Napoleon under the command of the Duke of Wellington, whom he also kept supplied with Port wine. The Symington family, 5th generation Port wine producers, have run Warre's for over 100 years and continue to drive it forward to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188367090001,"sku":null,"price":490.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/warres-reserve-1972.jpg?v=1772536940"},{"product_id":"porto-taylors-historical-bottle-reserve-75cl","title":"Port Taylor's Historical III Reserve 75cl ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-15467 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Taylors-Colour-Logo-300x251.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"251\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e For many, Taylor's is the most illustrious producer of Port wines, and drinking its wines is the most sublime of experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"collapseText\" class=\"rest-text\"\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eFounded over three centuries ago, in 1692, Taylor's is one of the oldest Port wine trading houses dedicated exclusively to the production of Port wine and, especially, its finest styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Above all, Taylor's is an independent company in which some family members hold leadership roles in all areas of activity. The company's long and uninterrupted family tradition has allowed for continuity and clarity of mission, both essential attributes of any great Port wine house. It has also allowed for the refinement of the skills and knowledge necessary to produce the finest Ports, which are constantly refined in light of the experience passed down from generation to generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTaylor's is also respected as a producer of wood-aged Port wines and holds one of the largest reserves of rare cask-aged wines, most notably its distinctive aged Tawny Ports. The house is also known as the creator of LBV (Late Bottled Vintage), a style the company pioneered and of which it remains the leading producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Successive generations, with their experience, have strived to refine their knowledge and ability to produce ever better Port wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eBased in Porto and the Douro region, the company is involved in all phases of its Port wine production, from planting the vines and cultivating the grapes to the elaboration, aging, and bottling of the wine batches. The family's commitment to the future of Port wine is demonstrated in its dedication to achieving the highest standards in Port wine production, in its sustained investment in all areas of the company's operation, and finally, in its determination to preserve the unique environment of the Douro region through the promotion of sustainable and responsible viticulture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188369711441,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/traylors-historical-lll.jpg?v=1772536978"},{"product_id":"porto-pacheca-reserve-tawny-70cl","title":"Porto Pacheca Reserve Tawny 70cl ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-15359 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/pacheca-logo.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"295\" height=\"134\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eQuinta da Pacheca, one of the best-known estates in the Douro region, was also one of the first properties to bottle wine under its own brand. It is first mentioned in a document from April 1738, where it is referred to as \"Pacheca,\" as it was owned by Dona Mariana Pacheco Pereira. But it was only in 1903, when Dom José Freire de Serpa Pimentel decided to develop his interest in oenology, that he bought the estate and began to dedicate himself seriously to the risky business of winemaking. Today, a century and many successes later, a new generation of the Serpa Pimentel family...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188377542993,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/pacheca-reserva-tawny.jpg?v=1772537154"},{"product_id":"porto-taylors-first-estate-reserve-1l","title":"Porto Taylor's First Estate Reserve 1L ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-15467 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Taylors-Colour-Logo-300x251.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"251\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e For many, Taylor's is the most illustrious producer of Port wines, and drinking its wines is the most sublime of experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eFounded over three centuries ago, in 1692, Taylor's is one of the oldest Port wine trading houses dedicated exclusively to the production of Port wine and, especially, its finest styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"collapseText\" class=\"rest-text\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Above all, Taylor's is an independent company in which some family members hold leadership roles in all areas of activity. The company's long and uninterrupted family tradition has allowed for continuity and clarity of mission, both essential attributes of any great Port wine house. It has also allowed for the refinement of the skills and knowledge necessary to produce the finest Ports, which are constantly refined in light of the experience passed down from generation to generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTaylor's is also respected as a producer of wood-aged Port wines and holds one of the largest reserves of rare cask-aged wines, most notably its distinctive aged Tawny Ports. The house is also known as the creator of LBV (Late Bottled Vintage), a style the company pioneered and of which it remains the leading producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Successive generations, with their experience, have strived to refine their knowledge and ability to produce ever better Port wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eBased in Porto and the Douro region, the company is involved in all phases of its Port wine production, from planting the vines and cultivating the grapes to the elaboration, aging, and bottling of the wine batches. The family's commitment to the future of Port wine is demonstrated in its dedication to achieving the highest standards in Port wine production, in its sustained investment in all areas of the company's operation, and finally, in its determination to preserve the unique environment of the Douro region through the promotion of sustainable and responsible viticulture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188477583697,"sku":null,"price":23.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/taylors-first-estate-reserve.png?v=1772538069"},{"product_id":"porto-fonseca-waterloo-edition-reserve-75cl","title":"Porto Fonseca Waterloo Edition Reserve 75cl ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-16440 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/fonseca-logo-300x107.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"107\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e From the legendary 1840, the first Vintage Port to be released on the market, to the fantastic vintages declared in the last decade, the company has produced a series of acclaimed wines, even during the most adverse moments in history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eJames Suckling, in his seminal book on Vintage Port wines, describes it as follows: \"Fonseca Vintage Ports are consistently perhaps the finest of all. They not only exhibit remarkable body and powerful richness while young, but also retain that youthfulness for decades.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e This consistency is the result not only of the continued family involvement and all the knowledge and skills passed down from generation to generation, but also of a very close connection with the vineyard. The company's three properties – Cruzeiro, Panascal and Santo Antônio – are at the heart of the character that distinguishes its Vintage Port wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Fonseca's respect for the vineyard and its unique environment in the Douro region is expressed in the company's leadership in sustainable and organic viticulture. This was the first winery to produce a Port wine made entirely from organically grown grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eHowever, for wine enthusiasts worldwide, Fonseca is best known as the producer of Bin No. 27. This Reserve Port, launched four decades ago, is one of the most popular and successful Port blends. Sharing the heritage of the great Fonseca Vintage Ports, Bin No. 27 displays the opulent fruity character that defines the Fonseca house style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Perhaps more than any other Port wine producer, Fonseca has built a loyal community of Port wine enthusiasts who value its individuality and the inimitable character of its wines. This community includes connoisseurs, collectors, sommeliers, and restaurant-related service entrepreneurs, as well as those who simply enjoy drinking its wonderfully rich and complex Port wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188478992721,"sku":null,"price":29.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/fonseca-waterloo-edition.jpg?v=1772538076"},{"product_id":"porto-taylors-325th-anniversary-75cl","title":"Taylor's 325th Anniversary Port 75cl ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-15467 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Taylors-Colour-Logo-300x251.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"251\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e For many, Taylor's is the most illustrious producer of Port wines, and drinking its wines is the most sublime of experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"collapseText\" class=\"rest-text\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Founded over three centuries ago, in 1692, Taylor's is one of the oldest Port wine trading houses dedicated exclusively to the production of Port wine and, especially, its finest styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAbove all, Taylor's is an independent company in which some family members hold leadership roles in all areas of activity. The company's long and uninterrupted family tradition has allowed for continuity and clarity of mission, both essential attributes of any great Port wine house. It has also allowed for the refinement of the skills and knowledge necessary to produce the finest Ports, which are constantly refined in light of the experience passed down from generation to generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Taylor's is also respected as a producer of wood-aged Port wines and holds one of the largest reserves of rare cask-aged wines, most notably its distinctive aged Tawny Ports. The house is also known as the creator of LBV (Late Bottled Vintage), a style the company pioneered and of which it remains the leading producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eSuccessive generations, with their experience, have strived to refine their knowledge and ability to produce ever better Port wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Based in Porto and the Douro region, the company is involved in all phases of its Port wine production, from planting the vines and cultivating the grapes to the elaboration, aging, and bottling of the wine batches. The family's commitment to the future of Port wine is demonstrated in its dedication to achieving the highest standards in Port wine production, in its sustained investment in all areas of the company's operation, and finally, in its determination to preserve the unique environment of the Douro region through the promotion of sustainable and responsible viticulture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188651188561,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/taylors-325.jpg?v=1772539248"},{"product_id":"porto-maynards-lbv-2014-75cl","title":"Porto Maynard's LBV 2014 75cl","description":"","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188802150737,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/maynards-lbv-2014.jpg?v=1772539590"},{"product_id":"porto-croft-reserve-45l","title":"Croft Reserve Port 4.5L ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-16519 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/croft-logo.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"232\" height=\"162\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The Croft brand is one of the most illustrious of all Port wine producers. Founded in 1588, it is the oldest operating company in the area and is particularly known for its Vintage Port wines, its line of oak-aged Reserve Port wines, and also for its Tawny Ports, styles that have endured over time thanks to the skill and experience passed down through generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eHowever, despite its rich heritage and history spanning over four centuries, Croft has never been limited by tradition. Today, as in the past, it maintains a pioneering spirit, continuing to create innovative styles, such as Croft Pink – the first rosé Port wine. Behind every great wine producer is a great vineyard. The cornerstone of Croft's distinctive style is the famous Quinta da Roêda, described as the jewel of Port wine estates. The wines from this magnificent estate, which contains some of the oldest vineyards in the Douro region, form the heart of Croft's Vintage Port blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e As important as its history, traditions and vineyards is the fact that Croft remains a family-owned company, dedicated to producing all styles of the finest Port wines, from full-bodied Reserve Ports to iconic Vintage Ports, highly prized by both connoisseurs and collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188964483409,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/croft-45l.jpg?v=1772539964"},{"product_id":"porto-dows-nirvana-reserva-50cl","title":"Dow's Nirvana Reserva Port 50cl ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-15312 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/logo-dows2-300x192.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"192\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e For over two centuries, the name DOW has been associated with the finest port from the vineyards of the Upper Douro. During the 20th and 21st centuries, the Symington family built upon the legacy of the earlier Silva and Dow families. Generations of Symington winemakers have worked the Dow vineyards: Quinta do Bomfim and Quinta da Senhora da Ribeira, creating from them the superbly concentrated Dow wines that are intense and tannic when young, maturing to a sophisticated and alluring elegance with age and perfumed with aromas of violet and mint. The attractive and distinctive dry finish of Dow is the recognizable hallmark of the wines from this great Port house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe story of Dow's is unusual among all the great Port houses. It all began in 1798, when Bruno da Silva, a Portuguese merchant from Porto, took a journey opposite to that of the first British merchants. Bruno settled in London, from where he imported wine from his native country. He married an Englishwoman and was quickly assimilated into London society, where his business acumen led to an excellent reputation for his wines. But the outbreak of the Napoleonic Wars put his business at risk. Undeterred, Bruno da Silva applied for 'letters of marque' (Royal Assent to equip a merchant ship with weapons) to ensure safe passage from his Port of Porto to Bristol and London. He became the first and only port company to transport his precious cargo of barrels from good ports under his own armed protection through the treacherous Bay of Biscay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe port transport business was continued by Bruno's son, John da Silva, who in 1862 brought in the partnership of Frederick William Cosens. Together with John's son, Edward, they became the active partners of Silva \u0026amp; Cosens. Edward da Silva inherited his grandfather's business acumen, and the company continued to prosper. Edward became a highly respected figure in the London wine trade and was one of the founders of the Wine Benevolent Society, the leading charity that survives to this day as the principal British wine trade organisation. Edward da Silva would be the president of the Benevolent and then, from 1892, its chairman for many years.\u003cbr\u003e\n With the continued expansion of the company, Edward da Silva and Frederick Cosens joined forces with George Acheson Warre, whose well-known family had been involved in the port trade since its early years. GAW joined as a partner in 1868 and became its driving force in Portugal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eIn 1877, Silva \u0026amp; Cosens merged with another leading port company, Dow \u0026amp; Co., whose main partner was James Ramsay Dow, who had distinguished himself in 1856 with the publication of his important treatise, 'Inquiry into the Fungus Suggestions for a Remedy'. At the time, the Oidium fungus was devastating the vineyards of the Douro.\u003cbr\u003e\n Although smaller than Silva \u0026amp; Cosens, Dow \u0026amp; Co had become a highly regarded port producer, with a particularly good reputation for its Vintage Ports, and when the two companies merged, it was decided to adopt DOW'S as the brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188965761361,"sku":null,"price":18.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/dows-nirvana.jpg?v=1772539967"},{"product_id":"porto-quinta-da-devesa-white-reserve-1973-50cl","title":"Porto Quinta da Devesa White Reserve 1973 50cl ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-15218 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/devesa-logo-300x212.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"212\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"comp-kf3tn221\" class=\"txtNew\" data-packed=\"true\" data-vertical-text=\"false\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e Quinta da Devesa boasts a centuries-old history. In 1844, the well-known Baron Forrester included this property in what was the first map of the Douro Demarcated Region. But the most important history of this property began in the last century, in 1941, when the Fortunato family acquired the Quinta, thus initiating a new phase of greater investment in wine production, with a special focus on Port wines. Later, DOC Douro wines also emerged, reinforcing its presence in the national and international wine market.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eQuinta da Devesa continues to be an independent, future-oriented family business with a presence in several international markets. The investment made in recent years has led to greater recognition from wine connoisseurs and specialized critics. The result of all this is also evident in the numerous national and international awards it has received to date. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"comp-kf43khdr\" class=\"txtNew\" data-packed=\"true\" data-vertical-text=\"false\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv\u003eThe Corgo and Douro rivers have long provided the backdrop to Quinta da Devesa. And what a landscape! From the top of the vineyards and the imposing terraces, it's possible to observe the connection between the two rivers, embraced by the hills and valleys of the magnificent Douro region. The property is located on the border of the Baixo and Cima Corgo sub-regions, in the parish of Canelas, and very close to Peso da Régua, one of the region's key towns and home to some of the most renowned wine producers in our country. It is indeed a very special place, and clearly deserving of a careful and leisurely visit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"numeros_bloco\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"associado_bloco img\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"forcefullwidth_wrapper_tp_banner\"\u003eIn total, Quinta da Devesa boasts 34 hectares of vineyards planted at altitudes ranging from 50 to 500 meters, with north, south, and west sun exposure. This allows for many hours of sunshine in the south-facing vineyards and the freshness guaranteed by the north-facing orientation. All of this is favorable for ensuring different ripening times, allowing for better harvest management. An important aspect is that all Quinta da Devesa wines are produced exclusively with grapes from the estate, guaranteeing total control over production and thus ensuring excellent final quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAll vineyards are managed according to a minimal intervention system known as \"Integrated Production\". Since 2016, the vineyards of Quinta da Devesa have been managed according to the principles of Integrated Production, a rigorous production method that recommends the least possible intervention in the vineyard. In practice, this means restricting, as much as possible, the type and quantity of treatments applied to the vines for pest and disease control.\u003cbr\u003e\n Prevention is key, and therefore it is essential to engage vineyard staff to gather information. The information obtained is used to conduct risk analyses and identify potential threats to the vines, in order to avoid the need for aggressive treatments.\u003cbr\u003e \nAnother beneficial aspect of agricultural management introduced by the viticulture team has been the use of ground cover, that is, sowing seeds between the rows of vines. This helps to conserve moisture and combat erosion, also contributing organic matter to the soil. These cover crops are a defense against weeds and offer an alternative habitat for insects, which are an essential part of the food chain. 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The Douro was destined to be the chosen amphitheater for this union between the will of man and nature.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e In 1636, a journey between Hamburg and Portugal took place that would prove to be the root of a long history: Nicolau Köpke arrived in his new country as Consul General of the Hanseatic Cities.\u003cbr\u003e\n Two years later, in 1638, he signed the first bottles of wine sent to Northern Europe.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e The purchase of a farm in the Douro Valley in 1781 marks the transition from a buying company to a major wine producer.\u003cbr\u003e\n Port wines gradually gained importance within the firm, quickly becoming its main business. Nicholas Kopke \u0026amp; Co. became an example of innovation, integrating wine production and trade within a single company.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e In 1828, Cristiano Nicolau Kopkë, great-great-grandson of the company's founder, Nicolau Kopkë, and grandson of Cristiano Kopke, sided with the Liberal Party during the civil war, thus linking the company and the family to the cause.\u003cbr\u003e \nThis dedication to the concept of social progress will be shared by all successive generations of the family.\u003cbr\u003e\n In 1836, Cristiano Nicolau Kopke was granted the title of Baron of Vilar. 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It becomes the focus, the model, and the jewel of all Kopke wine production.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e In 1940, the Commercial and Industrial Association of Portugal signed a certificate recognizing the antiquity of CN Kopke, dating back to 1638.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n","brand":"Garrafeira Grande Escolha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53189310579025,"sku":null,"price":19.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/4122\/8625\/files\/kopke-6-miniaturas.webp?v=1772540583"},{"product_id":"porto-quinta-do-estanho-reserve-75cl","title":"Porto Quinta do Estanho Reserve 75cl ","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gg-infobox\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-15248 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/garrafeiragrandeescolha.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/estanho-logo.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"237\" height=\"222\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e From the very first grape…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e On the steep, rugged slopes of the Douro, blessed by the sun and through the art of man, the vine produces a nectar worthy of the table of the gods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe archaeological fame of the Douro predates its wine-growing heritage. 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The company's long and uninterrupted family tradition has allowed for continuity and clarity of mission, both essential attributes of any great Port wine house. It has also allowed for the refinement of the skills and knowledge necessary to produce the finest Ports, which are constantly refined in light of the experience passed down from generation to generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTaylor's is also respected as a producer of wood-aged Port wines and holds one of the largest reserves of rare cask-aged wines, most notably its distinctive aged Tawny Ports. 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