How long is the PROVA NOBRE tasting?

The guided tasting lasts approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, including a brief cellar discussion and five poured wines.

Where do we meet for the tasting?

The meeting point is Menin Douro Estates in Gouvinhas; exact directions are provided after booking.

Is there an age restriction?

Portugal’s legal drinking age is 18; guests should bring valid ID. Check with the operator for group policies.

Is the tasting wheelchair accessible?

Accessibility details aren’t specified in the listing; contact Menin Douro Estates directly to discuss individual needs.

Can I buy bottles at the estate?

Yes—tastings typically include buying guidance and the option to purchase wines directly from the estate subject to availability.

Do you provide transportation or transfers?

Transportation is not listed as included; visitors commonly arrive by car. Ask the operator about private transfer options when booking.

Prova Nobre — Menin Douro Estates’ Exclusive Premium Tasting in Gouvinhas | Winery

PROVA NOBRE at Menin Douro Estates sits in Gouvinhas, Vila Real, Portugal, amid the steep, stone-walled terraces of the Douro Valley. This guided tasting pairs five premium Menin wines chosen to show elegance, depth and ageing potential. Over 1 hour and 45 minutes, a small group (up to 12) moves from a concise cellar talk into a focused tasting that highlights how schist soils, river-influenced microclimates and traditional vine training shape the wines.

Arrive at Menin Douro Estates’ meeting point in Gouvinhas and you’ll find a working vineyard with rows of carefully pruned vines, stone terraces clinging to the slopes and views that angle toward the Douro River. Key features are the terraced vineyards, the estate cellar spaces, and the closely planted vines that reveal the region’s schist bedrock—thin, flaky stone that forces roots deep and concentrates flavors. The tasting centers on premium, age-worthy labels selected to show structure, balance and evolution; expect focused pours, attentive pouring by a guide, and time to compare bottles side by side.

This experience stands out because it puts higher-end Douro bottlings in a relaxed, educational setting close to the source. Menin’s selection emphasizes longer-lived wines rather than entry-level drops, making this a good pick for collectors or curious enthusiasts who want to understand tannin, oak integration and cellaring potential. The estate’s location in the Douro Valley—Portugal’s UNESCO-listed wine landscape—adds context: centuries of terrace agriculture shaped both the views and the wine’s character.

Practical details: the tasting lasts about 1 hour 45 minutes, accommodates up to 12 guests, and involves standing and short walks between tasting points. It’s accessible to most visitors who can stand for the session; transportation by car is common, and the rural setting rewards planning for a return transfer.

Beyond the tasting itself, Menin’s plots are woven into the Douro’s outdoor rhythm: morning mists lift off the river, hikers and cyclists pass through nearby lanes, and Douro boat cruises thread the valley below. Visitors often combine the PROVA NOBRE with a short vineyard walk or a lookout stop to see the switchback terraces and olive copses that punctuate the slopes. The session offers actionable tasting notes and buying guidance, so you can choose bottles to cellar or to open on-site. For wine-savvy travelers, it’s a precise, place-driven stop on any Douro itinerary.

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.