Regional de Colares Winery — Attraction in Sintra

Colares Winery, nestled in the picturesque village of Colares on Portugal’s stunning Sintra coast, offers an enchanting experience for wine enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. This historic winery, one of the oldest in the country, is renowned for its unique wines made from grapes grown in sandy soils and aged in traditional wooden vats, preserving ancient winemaking techniques that date back centuries.

A visit to Colares Winery begins with a warm welcome from the knowledgeable and passionate staff, who guide you through the fascinating history and intricate process of Colares wine production. The winery tour includes a visit to the ancient vineyards, where the rare Ramisco and Malvasia de Colares grapes are cultivated, and an exploration of the cellars, where the wines are aged to perfection.

The tasting experience at Colares Winery is nothing short of delightful. Guests are invited to sample a selection of their exceptional wines, each with distinct flavors and characteristics that reflect the unique terroir of the region. The Ramisco red wines, known for their robust and earthy notes, and the Malvasia whites, celebrated for their aromatic and crisp profile, are particular highlights.

The ambiance of Colares Winery adds to its charm, with its rustic architecture and serene surroundings providing a perfect backdrop for a leisurely afternoon of wine appreciation. The combination of history, tradition, and superb craftsmanship makes a visit to this winery a memorable and enriching experience.

In summary, Colares Winery is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in discovering the rich heritage and unique flavors of Portuguese wine. The blend of historical significance, expert craftsmanship, and exceptional wines make it a standout experience on the...

Fabulous! We walked in (just follow the big warehouse looking building, the sign is teeny tiny but the green door was “welcome”) just go in. We didn’t do winery tour. We went for tasting and took two types. The lively gentleman with years of handling tourists was really knowledgeable and warm. He taught us how the local grapes are made. At its height collared was producing 1m litres and now it’s down to 20k litres per year. Endangered. Very hard to produce wine (their wines come in 0,5litres) and it takes at least 6 years from grape to wine bottle. The taste is amazing (for me anyway, unique). We also heard Gordon Ramsey came to cook food that pairs with the grapes (they have a saltiness given the ocean and the sand) and support for the ageing vine region. Note that these grapes survived the grape disease that decimated most of the vines in Europe in late 19th century. Anyways, was a wonderful experience at this co-op that is holding on to tradition and producing old world wine. My hope is that visitors to cascais and Sintra take some time to drop by.

We used public transport. Bus 1624 cascais to sintra passes by Colares. From the bus stop it’s a five minute walk to the Adega / Cellar. They break for lunch so morning or afternoon session. It’s 20-25 minutes onward bus to sintra. The bus 1624 also passes by Cabo da Roca. As of this weekend in Feb-2025 the fare was flat...

Appreciated the different way this style of wine was made. Grapes are grown in the sand and has a slight saltiness to its taster because of the ocean as it grows on the beach. Winery is very simple. Tasting room is small and connected to the barrel room. The vineyard itself is located 9km away from the winery and you need your own transportation to get there for a tour. We unfortunately got there close to closing and we’re not able to do a tour of the winery or vineyard but had a chance to taste the...