ADVERTISING: Advertorial — The rich winemaking tradition of Portugal
Laura Olson
Portugal is a small country, but its influence on the wine world has been mighty. Winegrowing in Portugal stretches back over 2000 years, and today the country produces distinctive wines from native grapes grown in diverse terroirs. From vinho verde to port, Portuguese wines offer a unique taste of place and tradition.
Vines have grown in Portugal since at least Roman times, but wine production increased dramatically in the 1700s. Political tensions with Britain led to a ban on Portuguese wines there, so Portuguese producers shifted focus to fortified port for the domestic market. The Douro Valley’s schist soils and hot summers proved perfect for making rich, sweet port. Strict port regulations established in the 1700s still govern production today.
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