How long is the tasting and tour?

The Prova Reserva runs about 90 minutes and combines a guided cellar visit with a tasting of four Reserva wines.

Meet at the entrance to Menin Douro Estates in Gouvinhas; the guide will greet the group and start the tour on time.

Is this suitable for children?

Children are welcome to join the tour, but tastings are for adults; inquire about non-alcoholic alternatives for younger guests.

Are dietary restrictions accommodated?

The tasting includes cheeses, cured meats, and olive oil; contact the host ahead of time to request adjustments for allergies or dietary needs.

Can I visit during harvest?

Yes—harvest-time visits are possible but fill up quickly; book well in advance if you want to see active picking and crushing.

Is the cellar wheelchair accessible?

Accessibility is limited due to cellar steps and narrow spaces; contact Menin directly to discuss accommodations.

Inside Menin Douro Estates: Reserva Tasting, Cellar Tour, and Douro Flavors | Winery

Menin Douro Estates sits in Gouvinhas, Vila Real, Portugal, on the sun-steeped slopes of the Douro Valley. A short, guided cellar tour leads through low, cool vats and stainless tanks before settling at a tasting table where a host walks you through four Menin Reserva wines paired with local cheeses, cured meats, and Menin olive oil. Lasting about 90 minutes and capped at a dozen guests, the experience is focused, tactile, and built for curious palates. The scene outside is classic Douro: terraced vineyards clinging to steep schist terraces, stone walls that control erosion, and a pattern of narrow tracks where tractors and teams of pickers move during harvest. Menin's Reserva line highlights grapes grown on these exposed slopes; expect concentrated flavors shaped by granite and schist soils and a dry Atlantic influence that keeps acidity bright. Inside the cellar you'll see fermentation tanks and barrel racks, and the guide will explain vinification choices that distinguish a Reserva - longer maceration and extended oak aging - without turning the moment into a lecture. This tasting is notable because it pairs wines with regional charcuterie and cheeses and a drizzle of the estate's olive oil, which shows how Douro producers are returning to multi-product estates. The group size keeps conversation intimate and questions welcome. It's ideal for first-time visitors to the Douro who want a clear, sensory introduction to Reserva-level wines without committing to a full-day winery itinerary. Practical details: meet at Menin Douro Estates' entrance; tours run about 1.5 hours and accept up to 12 people. Children are welcome but tastings are for adults; check with the host about non-alcoholic options. The Douro was the world's first demarcated wine region in 1756, and estates like Menin keep both centuries-old techniques and modern cellar technology on display. Why book this trip: it's short, local, and concentrated - the kind of stop that fits neatly between river viewpoints and a late-afternoon drive through the region. For travelers staying in Peso da Régua or Pinhão, Menin gives a solid, hands-on primer on what makes Douro Reserva distinct: the cliff-side terroir, the minerality from schist, and the savory pairings that bring out each wine's structure. Ask about harvest-time visits if you want to see the terraces busy, but even in quiet seasons the tasting offers a compact, authentic flavor of the Douro. On arrival, you'll often be greeted by the smell of crushed grapes or warm oak, and guides commonly open a bottle of the estate olive oil to demonstrate texture before the tasting begins. Small-group format allows time to compare two Reserva vintages, ask about barrel types, and taste how the olive oil lifts fruit. Book ahead during harvest and weekends and consider private tours.

About Menin Company

Menin Company is a Douro-based wine tourism operator located in Cumieira, Vila Real. The company organizes guided visits and tastings at Menin Douro Estates and at Adega Horta Osório, offering a range of curated experiences tailored to wine enthusiasts. Experiences include terroir-led tastings such as PROVA 2 TERROIRS and PROVA DUAS QUINTAS, panoramic reserva tastings like PROVA RESERVA (Adega Horta Osório), and focused vertical and premium flights including PROVA NOBRE and PROVA EXCLUSIVE. Several tastings showcase Porto and regional fortified wines through the PROVA TESOUROS DO DOURO offerings at both Horta Osório and Menin Douro Estates. Tasting formats commonly pair wines with local culinary elements—cured meats, regional cheeses, olive oil, and dried fruits—highlighting complementary flavors. Visits combine a guided tour of vineyards and winery facilities with seated tastings; select tastings take place in a panoramic tasting room at Horta Osório. Menin Company emphasizes terroir, variety, and education, guiding guests through differences in soil, altitude, and exposure that shape each wine’s character. Private and exclusive options are available, including immersive tours with personalized guidance and curated pairings. The portfolio spans white, red, reserva, and Porto styles, presented in structured tastings of four to six wines depending on the experience. Menin Company operates from Cumieira, Vila Real, within the Douro wine region, and is positioned to give visitors direct access to Douro estates, winery tours, and regional wine traditions.

Reservations are recommended for popular experiences, and some tastings offer private, guided formats suited to groups and wine-focused travelers during peak season and holidays.

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