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Hit the road towards Douro Valley, the world’s oldest wine region. En-route, stop at a lovely property dating back the 13th century and enjoy a magic day around flavors and scents in the family old kitchen learning about Portuguese authentic recipes. 

A full menu, from starter to dessert, will be prepared by participants, who are invited to: Have a coffee and cookies in the garden; Take a basket and pick from the vegetable and herbs garden, the season products; Be dressed with hat and apron; Start the lesson: Taste tapas and wine during the lesson; have lunch in one of the places chosen according to the weather. Inside dining room of the rose garden or outside in the courtyard with a view to the Barrosas mountain.

During the afternoon, return to Porto, upon arrival indulge in a private guided visit to the largest wooden Port cellar in the historical area of Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy a lectured port wine tasting with selection cheeses.

As you walk into the Lodge you’ll be surrounded by rows of barrels of all shapes and sizes. This is the largest collection of oak barrels and wooden vats of any Port cellar in Porto. This is where they age all our Ports and in particular this is the home of our Special Reserve Port. Founded in the earliest 19th the Cockburn’s & Co family built themselves a remarkable reputation for fine Vintage Port. The records at the London auction houses show that in the early twentieth century, Cockburn’s Vintage Ports commanded the highest prices of any Port house.  

There you will have the unique opportunity to assist the coopers working real life (only available weekdays until 5pm) on the barrels. Indulge in a premium lectured wine tasting.

• Not feasible on Sunday’s afternoons, June 24th, December 24th, 25th and 31st and January 1st.
• For dinner (not included) enjoy a meal at lovely spot, where delicious and exquisite dishes are served elegantly by the owner and Chef.