Bairrada Wine Journey with Caves São Domingos
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 to 6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves light walking in vineyards and standing during tastings.
Overview
Spend 5.5 hours immersed in Bairrada’s wine culture with Caves São Domingos. Join vineyard activities, cellar tours, and savor local sparkling wines paired with traditional regional cuisine.
Viagem pela Bairrada Vitivinícola
5h30 • Todas as idades • Programa completo!
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About This Adventure
Experience the rich tradition of Bairrada's wine culture with a 5.5-hour journey through the renowned Caves do Solar de São Domingos. Engage in vineyard activities, savor a delightful lunch featuring local specialties, and enjoy tastings of exquisite sparkling wines and aguardentes, all while surrounded by stunning landscapes and warm hospitality.
Duração: 5h30min
Desde 1937 que mostramos ao mundo com imenso prazer e bom gosto as Caves do Solar de São Domingos.
Viagem pela Bairrada Vitivinícola (min. 8 pax's)
Atividades:
- Poda (entre novembro e fevereiro)
- Abrolhamento (entre março e junho)
- Vindima (entre agosto e outubro) Programa:
- 9h30 Receção de boas-vindas na Rota dos Vinhos da Bairrada
- 10h00 Atividades nas vinhas da Quinta de S. Lourenço, Óis do Bairro ou S. Mateus
- Espumante de honra acompanhado de aperitivos salgados
- 12h30 Visita às galerias das Caves São Domingos
- 13h00 Almoço e Degustação de Espumantes, Vinhos e Aguardentes São Domingos
Leitão Assado à Bairrada, pão tradicional e batata frita.
Amores da Cúria (Doce Regional).
Adventure Tips
Book in Advance
This experience requires a minimum group of 8 and fills quickly, so secure your spot early.
Dress for Outdoors
Wear sturdy shoes and comfortable clothing suitable for light vineyard work and walking on uneven terrain.
Bring a Camera
The sweeping vineyard landscapes and historic cellar corridors offer excellent photo opportunities.
Pace Your Tastings
With multiple wine and spirits tastings, drinking responsibly ensures full enjoyment of the day’s activities.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Common redstarts flitting through vineyard hedges
- European hedgehogs active in vineyard borders during dusk
History
Bairrada’s wine tradition dates back to the Roman era, with sparkling wine techniques refined locally since the 19th century.
Conservation
Caves São Domingos practices sustainable viticulture to protect soil health and minimize water use in their vineyards.
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Adventure Hotspots in Coimbra
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides support and traction for vineyard terrain and cellar floors.
Weather-appropriate layers
Adjustable clothing helps manage temperature changes throughout the day.
spring|summer|fall|winter specific
Wide-brimmed hat or cap
Protects from sun exposure during outdoor activities and vineyard walks.
summer specific
Camera or smartphone
Capture the distinctive cellar architecture and vineyard panoramas.