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Profile of Portuguese Wine Regions
Port & Douro
Traditionally, the Douro's best grapes have always been kept for port, but producers are starting to use them for
their table wines.
Alentejo
Traditionally one of the poorest areas in Europe, the south of Portugal is now one of the richest in local colour.
John Downes heads down to the Alentejo to investigate the region's change of fortunes
Traditionally, the Douro's best grapes have always been kept for port, but producers are starting to use them for
their table wines.
Traditionally one of the poorest areas in Europe, the south of Portugal is now one of the richest in local colour.
John Downes heads down to the Alentejo to investigate the region's change of fortunes
