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Albariño: Pazo Torre Penelas, Galicia, Spain Monica Tindall Flourishing in the scenic Rías Baixas region of Galicia, Spain, lies a white wine grape variety that has won the hearts of wine enthusiasts worldwide – Albariño. Revered for its aromatic and refreshin…
Casa de Vila Nova – Vinho Verde, Portugal Monica Tindall Hopefully, you’ve noticed that I’ve been diving deep into Portugal’s wine culture and recently became hooked on Vinho Verde and its suitability for the Southeast Asian market. …
Douro Wine Region – Quinta da Soalheira, Portugal Monica Tindall Look at the header photo. Were you thinking, “Wow, those Asian rice terraces look dry?” The successive steps along the slope could easily be mistaken for parts of Asia. However…
Vinho Verde & Why It’s the Perfect Wine for Southeast Asia Monica Tindall Vinho Verde, the renowned Portuguese wine region located northwest of the country, is celebrated for its distinctive, young, and refreshing wines. Characterized by its hilly …
Torrié Coffee – Portugal Monica Tindall As a self-confessed javaphile, I’ve had the fortune of visiting several coffee plantations and roasting facilities around the world. However, most I’ve what I’ve seen have been smalle…
Madeira Wine – Portugal Monica Tindall The enchanting island of Madeira beckons with its natural beauty and extensive cultural heritage. Also known as the “Pearl of the Atlantic”, Madeira offers rugged cliffs, lush mountains and breathtaking vi…
Terras do Avô Wines Monica Tindall In the scenic landscapes of Seixal, Madeira, we meet the Caldeira family and discover the beautiful story and wines behind Terras do Avô. Established in 2008 by Duarte Caldeira and his children, Sofia, Filipa, and Duarte, the wi…
Madeira Rum Monica Tindall The island of Madeira is known for its namesake wine, but its rum has also been gaining much attention in recent years thanks to strict production regulations and methods. Sugar cane cultivation and rum production date back to the 15th …
Tipografia Funchal x Quinta do Sanguinhal – Wine Dinner Monica Tindall Hot off the heels of an incredibly delicious and informative tour of Lisbon’s Wine Region, we’re in Madeira for four nights. It seems good fortune is following us as our tr…
Quinta do Sanguinhal – Lisbon Wine Region Monica Tindall Quinta do Sanguinhal, in Bombarral in the Lisbon wine region of Portugal, is an inspiring destination for wine enthusiasts and history lovers alike. This unique estate, owned and operated by the Pe…
Quinta do Pinto Winery – Lisbon, Portugal Monica Tindall Quinta do Pinto winery, located in Alenquer, Portugal, is a family project rooted in a deep passion for wine and a solid connection to the land. The Cardoso Pinto family, with a lineage spanning five g…
Adega Cooperativa da Lourinhã: Portuguese Grape Brandy Monica Tindall Adega Cooperativa da Lourinhã (ACL), situated in gorgeous Lourinhã in the Lisboa wine region, is a tribute to the long tradition and superb workmanship of brandy-making in Portugal. Found…