Burmester has long been recognized for its Port and Douro DOC wines. It all began in London in 1750, when Henry Burmester partnered with John Nash to create Burmester, Nash & Co.

Port wines are starting to be exported to Europe from Vila Nova de Gaia.

Over the years, the company passed from generation to generation until, in 1834, Johann Wilhelm Burmester (JWB), a direct descendant of the founding partner, Henry Burmester, disembarked in Porto without imagining that he would become the founder of a new dynasty, which would become famous in the city. Great decisions demonstrated character and courage. Starting as a simple employee in a debt-ridden company, you become a manager and later acquire the company with all its rights.

Persistent and hardworking, JWB involved his sons in the business and, in 1880, changed the company name to JW Burmester & Co. He took advantage of the social expansion taking place in Europe and acquired complementary businesses, such as a company dedicated to the manufacture of bottles and two ships that would ship Port wine. He established himself as the driving force behind a new lineage that would become famous over time.

He is credited with initiating a new lineage that would become famous over time.

Sadly, in 1885 JW Burmester was swept away by a wave while contemplating the turbulent waves on Cadouços beach, in Foz do Porto, but his sons successfully continued the business.

Despite overcoming all the political and economic instability, JW Burmester persevered and in 1992 began producing Douro DOC wine, which was quickly well-received by the market.

Throughout the years, Burmester triumphed from generation to generation, demonstrating the character and determination inherent in him. Henry Burmester and John Nash charted the course; J.W. Burmester and his descendants instilled attitude in him.

Currently, the brand's promise is to provide experiences with Character in all moments that life offers us – personally and professionally. Character is the holistic principle of the brand and its wines.

It is a commitment that inspires and motivates Burmester through his personality.