Porto: Classic Tour at Real Companhia Velha

Real Companhia Velha Port Wine Cellars Tour in Vila Nova de Gaia

This guided tour explores the historic Real Companhia Velha Port Wine Cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia, ideal for wine enthusiasts and history lovers.

Highlights

• Explore the Real Companhia Velha Port Wine Cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia
• Learn about the company’s history and winemaking process
• See the private wine cellar of the Silva Reis family with 16,000 bottles
• Admire the wooden casks, vats, and barrels where the wine ages
• Taste a selection of Lágrima Port, Rosé Port, LBV, and 10-year-old Tawny

Description

Visit the Real Companhia Velha Port Wine Cellars, a company with over 200 years of history, located in Vila Nova de Gaia on the left bank of the River Douro, opposite Porto. The cellars are characterized by deep silence and constant darkness, where wine ages in noble wooden casks, vats, and barrels.

Begin the tour with a local guide who will explain the company’s history and the port wine-making process. Learn how each wine reaches its optimal maturation and complexity over time. The tour includes access to the private Silva Reis family cellar, featuring more than 16,000 rare Vintage Port bottles, some dating back to 1765.

Includes

• Guided tour of the Real Companhia Velha Port Wine Cellars
• Access to the private Silva Reis family wine cellar
• Viewing of rare Vintage Ports, including bottles from 1765
• Tasting of selected Port wines

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, book in advance and bring comfortable shoes. The cellars can be cool and damp, so dress accordingly. Morning tours offer quieter visits with fewer crowds.