Real Companhia Velha Single Harvest Tour

The Real Companhia Velha Single Harvest Tour provides a captivating one-hour journey through the historic wine cellars of Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal. Guests will explore the renowned company’s rich heritage, witnessing the intricate winemaking process and savoring exquisite Port wines. With insights from a knowledgeable guide, you will appreciate the complexity of flavors shaped by maturation and barrel aging, all in a stunning setting steeped in over 200 years of history. What secrets might these centuries-old cellars hold?

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Key Points

The Real Companhia Velha Single Harvest Tour offers an intimate exploration of the company’s historic wine cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal.
The tour includes a tasting of a White Port and four aged Single Harvest Tawny Ports, providing insights into the company’s winemaking expertise.
Guests can view the private wine cellar of the Silva Reis family, which contains over 16,000 bottles, including rare Vintage Ports dating back to 1765.
The guided experience includes commentary on the winemaking process, maturation time, and factors influencing the flavors and aromas of the Port wines.
The tour is available in multiple languages, with flexible booking and free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.

You can check availability for your dates here:

Tour Overview

The Real Companhia Velha Single Harvest Tour takes visitors on a one-hour exploration of the company’s historic wine cellars located in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal.

Priced from €65.00 per person, the tour is available in English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Guests can take advantage of flexible booking and free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.

The tour highlights include exploring the cellars, learning about the company’s history and winemaking process, and tasting a selection of wines, such as a White Port and four Aged Single Harvest Tawnies.

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Highlights of the Tour

Guests can explore the Real Companhia Velha Port Wine Cellars, learning about the company’s rich history and seeing the winemaking process.

They’ll view the private wine cellar of the Silva Reis family, which houses over 16,000 bottles. Visitors can admire the noble wooden casks, vats, and barrels used for aging wine.

The tour includes tastings of a White Port and four aged Single Harvest Tawny Ports, providing an opportunity to appreciate the complexity and maturation of these exceptional wines.

Historical Significance

Real Companhia Velha boasts a two-hundred-year legacy, tracing its origins back to the 18th century.

The company’s cellars are located on the left bank of the River Douro, across from Porto. This mythical atmosphere, characterized by silence and darkness, houses a private cellar containing rare Vintage Ports, some dating back to 1765.

This historical significance reflects Real Companhia Velha‘s role in the evolution of Port wine production and the region’s rich winemaking heritage.

Visitors can enjoy this storied past and gain insights into the company’s unwavering commitment to crafting exceptional Port wines.

Guided Experience

During the Real Companhia Velha Single Harvest Tour, a live tour guide provides visitors with insightful commentary on the winemaking process. Guests learn about the maturation time and complexity of the different Port wines. The guide shares their expertise, explaining how various factors like barrel type and aging duration contribute to the unique flavors and aromas of each sample.

| Winemaking Insights |

| — | — | — |

| Maturation Time | Barrel Type | Aging Duration |

| How long wines age | Influence of wood | Effect on complexity |

| Complexity develops | Interaction with wine | Flavors and aromas |

Tasting the selected Port wines during the tour offers an immersive experience, allowing visitors to fully appreciate the expertise and history of Real Companhia Velha.

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Booking Information

Visitors can check availability for starting times on the booking page. They can select the number of participants and desired date before completing the booking.

The meeting point is at the security gate of the addresses listed. The tour is flexible, allowing visitors to reserve now and pay later.

With free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, guests can receive a full refund if their plans change.

Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, guests can receive a full refund if their plans change.

The booking process is straightforward, providing an easy way to secure a spot on this immersive port wine tour at Real Companhia Velha.

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About Real Companhia Velha

Founded over 200 years ago, Real Companhia Velha is a storied port wine producer with a rich history rooted in the Douro Valley.

Located on the left bank of the River Douro, opposite Porto, the company’s cellars boast a mythical atmosphere characterized by silence and darkness.

Real Companhia Velha’s private cellar contains rare Vintage Ports, with the oldest dating back to 1765.
The company’s winemaking process has been refined over centuries, showcasing the complexity and maturation of their diverse port offerings.
Visitors can explore the company’s historic cellars and taste a selection of its renowned White Port and Aged Single Harvest Tawny wines.

As a two-century-old institution, Real Companhia Velha continues to uphold its legacy as a leading producer of premium port wines.

The Silva Reis Family Cellar

One of the highlights of the Real Companhia Velha Single Harvest Tour is the opportunity to explore the private wine cellar of the Silva Reis family. This historic cellar contains over 16,000 bottles, including rare Vintage Ports dating back to 1765. Visitors are captivated by the mythical atmosphere, characterized by silence and darkness, as they admire the noble wooden casks, vats, and barrels used for aging the wines.

| Cellar Highlights | |

|——————-|–|

| Bottles | 16,000+ |

| Oldest Vintage | 1765 |

| Atmosphere | Mythical, silent, dark |

| Containers | Wooden casks, vats, barrels |

Tasting the Port Wines

After exploring the impressive Silva Reis family cellar, guests can look forward to tasting a selection of Port wines.

The tasting includes:

A refreshing White Port
Four aged Single Harvest Tawny Ports
Wines ranging from 10 to 40 years in age
An opportunity to learn about the complex maturation process

Under the guidance of the knowledgeable tour guide, guests will have the chance to appreciate the nuanced flavors and aromas of these renowned Port wines.

This tasting experience completes the immersive exploration of Real Companhia Velha’s winemaking heritage.

The Sum Up

The Real Companhia Velha Single Harvest Tour offers an immersive experience that celebrates over 200 years of winemaking heritage. Guests can savor a tasting of exquisite White Port and aged Tawny Ports while exploring the historic wine cellars and learning about the intricate production process from a knowledgeable guide. This captivating tour provides a unique opportunity to appreciate the complexity of flavors shaped by the company’s rich legacy.

You can check availability for your dates here: