Any good wines in Carvoeiro?

puddleduck2 · Post by **puddleduck2** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 1:16 pm

In the UK I usually drink dry white or rose wine. I also like red but nothing too full bodied - does anyone have recommendations for some local wine in Carvoeiro?

Thanks.

SHOWWWIE · Post by **SHOWWWIE** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 6:17 pm

We like Monsaraz although it's not exactly local, being an Alentejo wine.

For local, we have enjoyed some under the Lagoa brand.

Ellie · Post by **Ellie** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 6:28 pm

Im no expert on wines at all puddleduck but Ive had nice Rose Defesa (anyone know that here?)..
and when Im at Casa da Pao I always enjoy the Lagoan wines, as SHOWWWIE has recommended!
But my nightcap is usually a Port..cheers!

jules · Post by **jules** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 7:08 pm

Hi Puddleduck....like Ellie I am no expert but I do like a bottle or two of a white called Marquise de Borba (not sure if thats the correct spelling) delicious with some grilled sardines and salad. The red of the same name is pretty good too. As for local wines, well I suppose Sir Cliffs wines come under that banner. I tried the rosé recently but found it a bit sweet for my taste.

dona elisa · Post by **dona elisa** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 7:23 pm

There are some very nice local wine from Lagoa Coperative ask locally.
Wines fron Alentejo providence just north of the Algarve are very popular, there is red and white. Some popular ones are Redondo, Borba and Monte Velho. Vinho verde is from north Portugal and translated is 'green wine' All are good depends on prefrence. Saude!

laserblazer · Post by **laserblazer** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 7:33 pm

Borba is a half decent red. It's the one we normally plump for if Chateau Cliff isn't on the list.

puddleduck2 · Post by **puddleduck2** » Tue Jun 20, 2006 8:19 am

Thanks for the prompt replies everyone.
I'll make a note of those names before I go.