The historic Raposeira cellars near Lamego, home of Portugal's best-known traditional-method sparkling, with cellar tours and tastings.
The list: Traditional-method Portuguese sparkling tastings at the historic Raposeira espumante cellars
Tip: A short hop from Regua, the Raposeira cellars are the home of Portugal's best-known traditional-method sparkling; book the cellar tour.
Address: Estrada Nacional 2, 5100-072 Lamego, Portugal, Douro Valley
One of Porto's longest-running wine bars near Ribeira, with golden lighting, background jazz and a smart by-the-glass list run by a clued-in sommelier.
The list: Curated list of Portuguese and European small-producer wines with a knowledgeable sommelier and an attached wine shop
Tip: Open late from the afternoon to 1am; the cave-like room with jazz and a charcuterie board is the spot for an unhurried late glass.
A cosy Ribeira wine bar on the old fishmongers' wall, pouring Portuguese wines with a privileged view across the Douro to the Gaia lodges.
The list: Portuguese-focused by-the-glass list strong on Douro reds and whites, with cheese and charcuterie boards
Tip: Grab a riverside table at dusk for the classic Ribeira-and-Gaia view; it is one of the best sunset wine perches in the city.
A Baixa wine bar and shop showcasing the wines of the regions around Porto, from Vinho Verde and Douro to Dao and Port.
The list: Wines from the regions around Porto, Vinho Verde, Douro, Dao and Port, poured by the glass with regional small bites
Tip: A focused stop to taste the four northern regions side by side; the Douro reds and Ports are the core of the list.
A relaxed natural-wine bar, kitchen and shop in Cedofeita's gallery quarter, with retro decor and a low-intervention list.
The list: Natural and low-intervention wines by the glass with seasonal small plates, bar restaurant and shop in one
Tip: Run by a warm Brazilian couple in the Bombarda gallery district; ask them to steer you through the natural Douro pours.
A riverfront Ribeira wine bar and restaurant pouring Portuguese wines with regional plates beside the Douro.
The list: Portuguese wine list anchored in Douro reds and Ports, served with regional dishes on the riverfront
Tip: A riverside table here pairs Douro wine with Porto cooking and the floodlit Dom Luis bridge.
A natural-wine tasting room and shop on Rua do Bonjardim championing low-intervention Portuguese bottles from small independent growers.
The list: Low-intervention Portuguese wines from small producers, plus vermouth and spirits, in a tasting room and shop
Tip: Book a guided private tasting to walk through Portugal's regions and natural-wine scene with the team.