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Soalheiro

About Soalheiro

Soalheiro is a family-run winery in Monção and Melgaço, Portugal, pioneering the production of monovarietal Alvarinho wines. The winery was founded by João António Cerdeira, who broke tradition by planting the first continuous vineyard of Alvarinho in the region, and is now in its third generation of family ownership. They offer wine tastings, vineyard tours, and gastronomic experiences featuring local Minho cuisine.

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Tasting Experiences

Varietals

AlvarinhoLoureiroAvessoAzalArintoTrajaduraVinhãoEspadeiroAlvarelhão

Visiting Soalheiro

Tasting fee
Not listed
Reservations
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Tasting room
Open to visitors

When to visit Soalheiro

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 Soalheiro

Yes, Soalheiro has a tasting room open to visitors.
Soalheiro focuses on Alvarinho, Loureiro, Avesso, Azal, Arinto, and more. Signature bottles include Alvarinho, Brut Alvarinho Sparkling Wine, Soalheiro Classico. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, Soalheiro 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, Soalheiro offers vineyard tours. Options include: Wine Tasting and Vineyard Tour, Gastronomic Journey and Herbal Tea Tasting. Tour spots fill before standard tasting reservations. Book your tour and tasting together when you reserve.
Soalheiro is in Melgaço, in the Vinho Verde wine region. Phone: +351 251 416 769. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Soalheiro was established in 1974, giving the estate 52 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
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 - 1:30 PM, 2:30 - 6:30 PM | Sunday: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM, 2:30 - 6:30 PM. Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.

Where to find Soalheiro

Melgaço, Portugal

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