Quinta dos Frades

Quinta dos Frades in Folgosa do Douro is documented as far back as 1256, when it was transferred to the Cistercian monastery of Santa Maria de Salzedas. The historic estate covers around 200 hectares, including approximately 100 hectares of vineyards; almost half of the vineyards are more than 90 years old. The parcels lie on the left bank of the Douro and are planted with old mixed varieties. The estate has produced its own branded wines since 2008. In the cellar, hand harvesting, traditional granite lagares, stainless steel and French barriques are combined; Anselmo Mendes is named as the winemaker.