Where to taste Merlot in Alentejo: the estates that grow it, how the region expresses the grape, and how to book a visit.

Merlot estates in Alentejo

Herdade Papa Leite ★ 4.1

Viognier, Chenin Blanc, Semillon, Moscatel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, MerlotPortalegre

Alter do Chao estate historically built on cork, olive and cattle production, now also making Cabernet and Viognier led wines from its Portalegre district vineyards.

Tasting: Estate visits and tastings arranged through the producer's own site, alongside its cork, olive and cattle operations.

Signature wines: Papa Leite Tinto, Papa Leite Branco

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Alentejo Wine and Cork from Évora

Day trip4 hours4.8 from 17 reviewsfrom €70

This tour is about two very important products for the Alentejo region: wine and cork. Come and discover the process from cork harvesting to the final bottle of wine. ...

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