3 editor-picked estates growing Semillon in Alentejo.
Where to taste Semillon in Alentejo: the estates that grow it, how the region expresses the grape, and how to book a visit.
Organic certified estate at Reguengos de Monsaraz, farmed by the Roquette family since 1973, with 441 hectares of vineyard alongside an olive mill and restaurant.
Tasting: Tastings and guided visits program at the estate, including cellar and vineyard tours booked through the estate's tourism section.
Signature wines: Esporao Reserva, Esporao Colheita, Esporao Vinho de Talha, Esporao Touriga Nacional
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
Arraiolos estate held by the Jose de Mello family since 1943, with 45 hectares of vines planted from 1998, a carriage museum, a restaurant and booked tastings.
Tasting: Daily booked visits pairing a vineyard and carriage museum tour with tastings of two to six wines, plus blending sessions, craft workshops and a restaurant for groups.
Signature wines: ravasqueira-vinha-das-romas-tinto, ravasqueira-vinha-das-romas-branco, ravasqueira-heritage, ravasqueira-reserva-da-familia, ravasqueira-selecao-do-ano