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Cockburn's

About Cockburn's

Cockburn's is the world's largest wooden port cellar located in Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto. Visitors experience guided tours of the working lodge with thousands of aging oak barrels, opportunities to see in-house coopers at work, and tastings of premium ports. The lodge features two tasting rooms and offers exclusive experiences including food pairings with local restaurants.

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Visiting Cockburn's

Tasting fee
Not listed
Reservations
Required
Tasting room
Open to visitors

From their website, September 7, 2026.

When to visit Cockburn's

Monday9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Sunday9:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Good to know about Cockburn's

Yes, Cockburn's has a tasting room open to visitors. Visits are by reservation, so book ahead rather than dropping in.
Signature bottles include Cockburn's Fine White, Cockburn's Vat & Barrel, Cockburn's 10 Year Old Tawny, Cockburn's 20 Year Old Tawny, Cockburn's Vintage Port, Quinta dos Canais Vintage. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, Cockburn's has food available alongside tastings. Having food while tasting reduces the effect of alcohol and helps you taste more accurately. Worth taking advantage of when offered.
Yes, Cockburn's offers vineyard tours. Options include: Guided Lodge Tour, Tawny Tasting, Premium Tasting with Chocolate Pairing, Super Premium Tasting with Pairings, Cask to Kitchen, John Smithes Room Experience and Petiscos on the Terrace. Tour spots fill before standard tasting reservations. Book your tour and tasting together when you reserve.
Cockburn's is in Vila Nova de Gaia, in the Porto wine region. Phone: +351 913 007 950. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Monday: 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM | Tuesday: 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM | Wednesday: 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM | Thursday: 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM | Friday: 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM | Saturday: 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM | Sunday: 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM (from their website, September 7, 2026). Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
Yes, Cockburn's has outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent. Call ahead to confirm, particularly outside summer months.

Where to find Cockburn's

Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal