Is transportation provided to the vineyard?

Transportation is not included; you can contact the host to arrange private transfers.

Are children allowed on the tour?

The tasting is intended for adults aged 18 and older.

Is the vineyard wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the vineyard and tasting area are stroller and wheelchair accessible.

How many wines will I taste?

You will taste three wines, including unoaked blends and a Reserva.

Can I purchase wines on site?

Yes, wines are available for purchase directly from the vineyard.

Do I need to make a reservation?

Reservations are recommended to secure your spot, especially in busy seasons.

Explore the Dão Region: Authentic Wine Tasting Experience in Silvã de Cima | Farm | Winery

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Discover the authentic flavors of Portugal's Dão Region with a guided tour and tasting at a sustainable vineyard in Silvã de Cima. Explore traditional rainfed vineyards and sample unique, characterful wines that capture this area's distinctive terroir.

1.5 hours

easy

From €31.95

Situated in Silvã de Cima within Portugal's renowned Dão Demarcated Region, this wine tasting offers an intimate journey into sustainable viticulture amid rolling vineyards that thrive without irrigation. The farm sprawls across 42 hectares in the sub-region of Castendo, marked by a unique triangular plateau ranging from 400 to 530 meters in elevation. The gentle southwest-facing slopes guarantee excellent solar exposure, cultivating vines that produce expressive, characterful wines. Visitors are welcomed by the producer and guided through 26 meticulously maintained parcels, each planted with 3,500 vines per hectare. This low-density, rainfed vineyard practice ensures authentic fruit expression while respecting the environment. The experience begins with a walking tour of the estate and winery, revealing traditional techniques that persist alongside integrated, sustainable methods. The highlight is a tasting of three distinctive wines: two unoaked blends emphasizing pure varietal character and a Reserva bursting with vibrant aromas, including fruity notes and a subtle Jamaican pepper spiciness. This tasting immerses guests in the distinctive flavors that define Dão wines and showcases the delicate balance achieved through minimal intervention. Silvã de Cima itself offers a peaceful rural setting that contrasts with more frequented Portuguese wine regions, making this vineyard a hidden gem ideal for travelers seeking authenticity. The farm’s accessibility features, including stroller and wheelchair access, open the experience to a wide range of visitors. While transportation isn’t included, private transfer options can be arranged for convenience. Beyond the wine, visitors walk through lush landscapes that highlight the region’s volcanic and granite soils. The Dão region, officially established as one of Portugal’s first demarcated wine areas in 1908, stands out for its distinct terroir and long history of quality wine production. This tour provides a rare opportunity to taste wines directly where they are born, surrounded by the quiet rhythms of a sustainable vineyard. For wine lovers and curious travelers, the Viseu Standard Wine Tasting is not merely a stop; it's an insightful passage into one of Portugal’s most original wine-producing regions, combining heritage, innovation, and natural beauty in every glass.

About Farm Experiences & Tours

Farm Experiences & Tours is a Portugal-based operator located in Santa Bárbara, Lisboa, offering curated farm and winery experiences across multiple European regions. Featured on The Adventure Collective, the company connects travelers with rural producers through guided tastings, cellar tours, picnics, and farm lunches. Their program includes wine tastings in Lourinhã (3- and 6-wine options), a picnic winery experience, Sicilian olive oil experiences with farm lunches, Tuscan Chianti Classico tastings and lunches, Provence wine and goat cheese tours, and a coffee farm experience in Las Palmas.

Each itinerary focuses on direct engagement with producers: guided vineyard walks, explanations of winemaking and olive oil harvesting techniques, tasting masterclasses, and estate-hosted meals. Experiences are presented as day tours or on-site visits to family-run estates and châteaux, emphasizing regional flavors and landscape settings.

Farm Experiences & Tours uses trip descriptions and on-site programs supplied by partner farms and wineries; the operator showcases factual, location-specific experiences such as Montevago olive oil production, Chianti Classico tastings, and Lourinhã vineyard visits. Guests are encouraged to review individual trip details for accessibility, duration, and booking terms.

By featuring a diverse selection—wineries, olive farms, a coffee plantation, and goat cheese pairings—the operator provides verified rural culinary experiences suitable for wine lovers, culinary travelers, and nature enthusiasts seeking authentic, producer-led activities in and beyond Portugal. Information on group size limits, seasonal availability, and meal inclusions is provided for each listing to help travelers plan. Local partners include small estates and producers who host tastings and lunches on-site throughout Portugal.

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