Taste the rare Arinto dos Açores, Terrantez do Pico, and Verdelho wines on Pico Island’s volcanic terraces with Azores Wine Company. Join a guided winery tour and discover a unique chapter in Portugal’s winemaking heritage.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; involves walking on uneven vineyard paths but no strenuous activity.
Wildlife
History
Pico’s wine culture dates back to the 15th century when settlers began transforming volcanic slopes into vineyards using dry stone walls unique to the region.
Conservation
Viticulture on Pico balances tradition with environmental stewardship, maintaining terrace walls and promoting organic practices to preserve fragile soils.
Azores Wine Company
Taste the rare Arinto dos Açores, Terrantez do Pico, and Verdelho wines on Pico Island’s volcanic terraces with Azores Wine Company. Join a guided winery tour and discover a unique chapter in Portugal’s winemaking heritage.
Azores Wine Company is a boutique wine experience based in Bandeiras, Açores. The company curates guided tastings and dining events that showcase wines from the Azores, Madeira, the Canary Islands and select continental regions of Portugal, Spain and Italy. Experiences range from two-hour tasting journeys—highlighting grape varieties such as Arinto dos Açores, Verdelho, Terrantez do Pico, Listrão and Listan Blanco—to menu-led meals at the open kitchen counter.
Tastings include region-focused trips like "Islands – Portugal, Espanha e Itália", island comparisons, single-producer showcases such as António Maçanita selections, and themed menus including "Sal & Especiarias" and "Loucos por Brancos Fantásticos!" Several experiences pair wines with curated dishes; the Menu ao Balcão offers vegetarian customization while noting the tasting menu is not available for guests avoiding meat and fish. Many standard tastings run approximately two hours and draw directly on Pico Island ingredients and Azorean wine traditions.
Azores Wine Company connects guests with producers, sources rare local varieties from volcanic terroirs, and maintains a wine library used for special selections. Featured on The Adventure Collective, the business emphasizes authentic regional storytelling, small-group formats and carefully paired flavors. Visitors seeking island wine education, unique tasting menus, or a focused exploration of Azorean grape varieties will find specialized, on-location experiences in Bandeiras.
Location
Bandeiras, Açores
Based on Pico Island
Typical Duration
2 hours
Most tastings last two hours
Featured On
The Adventure Collective
Recognized travel listing for wine experiences
Tours Offered
12 experiences
Island-focused tastings and menus
Reserve a tasting or menu experience to explore rare Pico varieties and curated pairings — limited spots for small groups.
Book in Advance
Tours fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons—reserve your spot early to guarantee availability.
Moderate Walking Required
Prepare for walking on uneven vineyard terrain during the tour; wear sturdy, comfortable shoes.
Designated Driver
If you choose to taste multiple wines, arrange for a driver or rely on local transport options.
Weather Can Vary
Bring a light jacket—Pico’s maritime climate can shift quickly with coastal breezes and occasional drizzle.
Closed-Toe Walking Shoes
Protects feet on uneven, rocky vineyard terrain.
Light Jacket or Windbreaker
Shields against coastal breeze and sudden weather changes.
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Sunscreen
Prevents sunburn during outdoor portions of the tour.
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Reusable Water Bottle
Keeps you hydrated while wandering the vineyards.
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