Guided vineyard walks, historic Roman presses, and curated tastings in Silvã de Cima, Viseu.
Guided visits, thematic tastings and hands-on wine experiences that showcase Dão’s indigenous grapes.
land-adventures · Silvã de Cima
Tour ancient Roman presses, ride a vintage Bedford across vineyard terraces, and taste Taboadella wines paired with Serra da Estrela cheeses. This 90‑minute guided visit at Quinta Da Taboadella offers a compact, layered introduction to the Dão.
Quinta da Taboadella is a family-run estate located in Silvã de Cima, Viseu, in Portugal’s Dão wine region. The estate preserves archaeological remains including ancient Roman presses and combines heritage with contemporary winemaking facilities. Visitors can choose guided tours and thematic tastings that showcase indigenous Dão grapes, vineyard walks, and cellar visits. Several experiences feature a modern winery building designed by Carlos Castanheira and scenic viewpoints over vines and a nearby lake.
Tours range from short tastings—held in a cozy Wine House near a Roman press and garden—to full guided visits that include vintage Bedford vineyard rides, a barrel-top walkway, and tastings paired with local Serra da Estrela cheeses and handmade crafts. Offerings include Villae, Terroir, Douro e Dão and Grande Villae guided visits, plus standalone tastings and a “Create Your Wine” experience focused on hands-on blending and selection.
Quinta da Taboadella emphasizes local products and Dão heritage, with tastings that highlight native grape varieties and regional pairings. The estate’s layout provides intimate tasting rooms, outdoor vineyard routes, and views of the garden and lake. Booking options accommodate single tastings up to more extensive guided programs.
Quinta da Taboadella is suited to visitors seeking authentic Dão wine education, scenic vineyard walks, and curated tastings paired with regional cheeses. All descriptions here reflect the estate’s published experiences and location details, helping visitors decide which tour best fits their interests. The property’s combination of Roman archaeology, contemporary architecture by Carlos Castanheira and regional tastings defines its distinctive Dão visitor experience today.
“Every outing is organized with local river knowledge, basic safety instruction, and equipment checks before departure.”
Historic Dão wine region
Contemporary architecture on-site
Guided tastings and experiences
Cheeses and regional crafts
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The operator provides clear meeting points, departure times, and destination coordinates for all outings.
Personal flotation devices, emergency protocols, equipment checks, and paddling orientations are provided before departure.
Recommended layering, water shoes, sunscreen, and dry bags are detailed in each experience guide.
Guides share rich knowledge of regional flora, fauna, scenic landmarks, and river navigation.
A glimpse into the experiences, natural landscapes, and adventures waiting on your next trip.
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Quinta da Taboadella offers a variety of guided outdoor excursions, scenic routes, rentals, and custom itineraries tailored for families, couples, and adventure enthusiasts.
Yes. Most trips feature comprehensive safety orientations, equipment fittings, and calm routes suited for first-time adventurers. Check the details on individual experience guides for specific age and skill requirements.
Standard safety equipment (such as certified life vests and essential gear) is supplied for each booking. Detailed checklists regarding weather-appropriate attire and personal items are provided prior to departure.
Choose a Villae, Terroir, Douro e Dão or hands-on Create Your Wine experience and secure a spot at this historic Dão estate.
land-adventures · Silvã de Cima
Step into Taboadella for a compact, sensory introduction to the Dão: explore an ancient Roman lagar, walk above the barrel room on a wooden passadiço, and finish with a terroir-focused tasting paired with Serra da Estrela cheese. Perfect for travelers based in Viseu.
land-adventures · Silvã de Cima
Step into centuries of winemaking at Quinta Da Taboadella: a compact 1h 30m guided visit that links a Roman lagar, vineyard walks (or a ride in a 1964 Bedford), an architect-designed adega, and a tasting paired with Serra da Estrela cheeses. Ideal for curious wine lovers and design-minded travelers.
land-adventures · Silvã de Cima
Step into the Dão’s layered past with a guided visit to Taboadella—Roman winemaking remains, a 1964 Bedford vineyard ride, and a dramatic Barrel Top Walk lead to a tasting of house wines and Serra da Estrela cheeses. Short, design-forward, and rich in detail.
others · Silvã de Cima
Spend 45 minutes tasting Dão’s indigenous wines at Quinta Da Taboadella. Prova Villae pairs thematic flights with Serra da Estrela cheeses near a Roman lagar and estate lake—an accessible, historically rich stop when exploring Viseu and the Dão.
others · Silvã de Cima
Spend 45 minutes at Quinta Da Taboadella tasting Dão’s native castas, paired with Serra da Estrela cheeses, beside a Roman press and a reflective lake. Prova Terroir is a compact, informative stop that connects flavor to landscape.
land-adventures · Silvã de Cima
Taste the classical elegance of Dão alongside Douro terroirs in a compact 45-minute tasting at Quinta da Taboadella. Pair regional wines with Serra da Estrela cheeses and a short tour by a Roman lagar and lake.
others · Silvã de Cima
Taste Taboadella’s rare Grande Villae wines in a 45-minute, adults-only tasting beside a Roman press, lake, and garden in Silvã de Cima. Pairings with Serra da Estrela cheese and local crafts turn each pour into a conversation about Dão’s terroir.
land-adventures · Silvã de Cima
Spend a leisurely 3.5 hours tasting Taboadella wines in a cozy Wine House beside a Roman lagar and lake. Enjoy guided pairings with Serra da Estrela cheese and local crafts while learning how Dão’s landscape shapes the wines.
land-adventures · Silvã de Cima
Spend two unhurried hours at Quinta Da Taboadella’s Wine House near Silvã de Cima tasting Dão wines beside a Roman lagar and a quiet lake. Pair samples with Serra da Estrela cheeses, learn about granite-driven terroir, and pick up handcrafted goods from local artisans.
land-adventures · Silvã de Cima
Slow down at Quinta Da Taboadella for Merenda na vindima: a three-and-a-half-hour tasting in the Dão that pairs estate wines with Serra da Estrela cheeses and a view of a restored Roman lagar. Perfect for travelers seeking an intimate, place-forward wine experience.
land-adventures · Silvã de Cima
Walk ancient Roman winemaking ruins, cross a high wooden Barrel Top Walk, and tour an architect-designed cellar at Quinta Da Taboadella. This one-hour Visita Guiada links history, landscape, and design for a compact, memorable Dão experience.
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