Quinta da Fonte Souto is located in the heart of the Serra de S. Mamede Natural Park, between 490 and 550 metres above sea level. It wasn't the first time we visited this farm, this time with the aim of finding out about the experiences it has to offer all those who visit our region and want to explore more of this family business or even those who live nearby and want to spend a different day. We've already told you the story of this farm, which you can revisit here. at this link.
On a sunny morning we went to meet Zé Alberto and Luís, two friendly hosts from Quinta da Fonte Souto who are currently in charge of customer experiences, ranging from guided tours of the estate, wine tastings, picnics and bike rides through the vineyards.
We had the opportunity to repeat the guided tour, visit the buildings, remember the history that is breathed in the 207 hectares of the estate and finish with a tasting of the main wines produced by the brand in this region. We tasted the references:
- Quinta da Fonte Souto White 2022 - a wine with hints of vanilla, notes of white plum contrasting with citrus fruits;
- Quinta da Fonte Souto red 2019 - a juicy wine with forest fruit flavours and a hint of clove;
- Florão Branco 2022 - aromas of white fruit, with apricot and pineapple in the spotlight, with a hint of tropical fruit.
- Quinta da Fonte Souto Rosé 2022 - with orange tones, it has aromas of lily, hibiscus and orange blossom. There are also hints of pomegranate and apricot to complete the bouquet.
The wines from this estate benefit from the cooler climatic conditions of the Alentejo plains, favoured by the Serra de S. Mamede both in terms of climate and altitude, which means that the end products are of excellent quality.
We were enamoured of this experience and would like to leave it as a suggestion from the Franciscan Pantry to our friends and followers.
The contact details for bookings are:
Quinta da Fonte Souto
Alegrete - Reguengo and S. Julião road
7300-404 Portalegre
Tel +351 910104 292
Email: reservas@fontesouto.com
