Online Classes

An Introduction to the Douro Valley with Luisa Olazabal // Quinta do Vale Meão

Gain a fundamental understanding of the origin place of your favorite wine and immerse yourself into the captivating Douro Valley. Luisa Olazabal will take you back in time, guide you through the history and the characteristics of the Douro and will give insight on what exactly it is about their climatic and geological idiosyncrasy that bring forth their special wines.

Video length: 14.36 minutes

A Douro harvest with Miguel Roquette // Quinta do Crasto

Get a first-hand glimpse behind the scenes and visit Miguel Roquette of Quinta do Crasto on a day of harvesting. Follow the grapes’ journey from vine to barrel and discover what makes the harvest in the Douro Valley one of a kind.

Video length: 14.22 minutes

Varietal diversity with Cristiano Van Zeller // Van Zellers and Co.

Did you know that more than 100 grape varieties grow and prosper in the Douro region? Become proficient in the fascinating diversity of the Valley, their history and find out whether Cristiano Van Zeller has a favorite variety to work with.

Video length: 20.24 minutes

Tasting Douro with Manuel Lobo // Quinta do Crasto

No one said that you have to listen to a vintner’s choice of wine but it seems like a smart move. Head wine maker of Quinta do Crasto, Manuel Lobo gets candid about his favorite wine, sharing his enthusiasm by guiding you through an exclusive tasting.

Video length: 10.52 minutes

Reds from the Douro with João Roquette Álvares Ribeiro // Quinta do Vallado

Heritage with a modern twist. João Roquette Álvares Ribeiro guides you through everything you wanted to know about the evolution of red wines in the Douro region, from soil and grape varieties to modern-day wine styles and ageing.

Video length: 27.18 minutes