Step into the heart of the Douro Valley through virtual reality and taste six carefully selected Port wines, including a rare 30-year-old Tawny. Poente by Vallado’s Prova Portos offers a unique blend of history, flavor, and modern storytelling in Porto’s historic district.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–1.5 hours
Fitness Level
No physical fitness needed; suitable for all adults.
Wildlife
History
Quinta do Vallado has been producing wine since 1716, deeply intertwined with the history and geography of the Douro Valley.
Conservation
Sustainable vineyard practices at Quinta do Vallado promote soil health and biodiversity, aligning with broader Douro conservation efforts.
Poente by Vallado
Step into the heart of the Douro Valley through virtual reality and taste six carefully selected Port wines, including a rare 30-year-old Tawny. Poente by Vallado’s Prova Portos offers a unique blend of history, flavor, and modern storytelling in Porto’s historic district.
Poente by Vallado, based in Porto, offers immersive wine experiences that combine virtual reality tours of Quinta do Vallado with curated tastings. The program presents a detailed virtual tour of the Quinta do Vallado estate, explains the brand and family history, and pairs the VR narrative with guided tastings of Douro wines and Ports.
Experiences range from focused Port tastings to mono-varietal sessions and comparative vertical tastings, with formats that include five to eight wines depending on the itinerary. Signature offerings include a tasting that features five aged Ports and a rare 1843 vintage, a Ports flight that includes a 30-year-old Tawny, and a monocasta tasting highlighting six indigenous grape varieties. Other options present four iconic estate wines or side-by-side comparisons of new and old vintages across eight samples. Each visit blends sensory tasting with historical context provided by the virtual reality presentation of Quinta do Vallado.
Located in Porto, the operation connects visitors directly to Douro terroir without requiring travel into the valley. Poente by Vallado works with wines from Quinta do Vallado to ensure authenticity in the bottles presented during tastings. The experiences suit wine enthusiasts seeking guided technical tasting, collectors interested in old vintages, and visitors who value a structured introduction to Douro varietals and Port styles. Reservations and specific tasting menus are provided at booking to reflect the chosen itinerary and wine availability. Staff provide guided tastings aligned with each itinerary, and availability depends on wine stocks and selected experience at booking time and local regulations.
Location
Porto, Portugal
Central Porto tasting venue
Tours Offered
6 experiences
Virtual reality + tastings available
Heritage Tastings
Includes 1843 vintage
Rare historic Port included
Tasting Sizes
5–8 wines
Varies by chosen itinerary
Reserve a tasting experience today — limited availability for sessions featuring rare aged Ports and focused monocasta flights.
Arrive on Time
The experience starts promptly; arriving 5 minutes early ensures you won’t miss the VR introduction or tasting session.
Age Restriction Applies
Participants must be at least 18 years old to join this tasting experience, so bring valid ID.
No Physical Activity Required
This experience is seated and relaxed, suitable for all fitness levels.
Ask Questions
Take advantage of the knowledgeable guides to deepen your understanding of Port’s production and history.
Valid ID
Required for age verification as participants must be 18 or older.
Comfortable Clothing
Wear comfortable clothes suitable for indoor settings and moderate temperatures.
Notebook or Phone
Optional for jotting down tasting notes or capturing details about the wines.
Water Bottle
Hydrate before and after the tasting to complement the wine experience.