The Winery Fonseca of Porto of Duriense
The Winery Fonseca is one of the world's great estates. It offers 29 wines for sale in of Porto to come and discover on site or to buy online.
Founded in 1822, the Fonseca Estate is one of the most revered wine domains in Porto, Portugal. Nestled in the picturesque valleys of the Douro, it has maintained its devotion to tradition, continuing to produce exceptional Porto wines with undeniable quality, refinement, and elegance. It is widely recognized for its renowned Vintage Porto wines, which are among the best in the world. The vineyard majestically sprawls over a vast area of 240 hectares. Each vine plot is nourished by the Douro valley's schistous soil, giving the wine a distinctive flavor and consistency. The vines are planted in accordance with traditional standards, with rows of steep hillsides swept by the sun, intended to produce exceptionally ripe and concentrated grapes. At the Fonseca Estate, winemaking is carried out using traditional methods, highlighting the unique flavors and aromas of the terroir. The grapes are hand-trodden in stone lagares, an ancestral tradition that allows for the maximum extraction of color, body, and flavor. The Fonseca Estate is also renowned for its commitment to maintaining sustainable practices. It set a benchmark for the rest of the region by being the first vineyard to offer a complete range of organic Porto wines. This eco-responsible aspect is evident in every aspect of their production, from respect for the soil to the surrounding biodiversity. Visiting the Fonseca Estate is an experience in itself.
