This Christmas, our family comes together to celebrate tradition, love, and gratitude. The centerpiece of our home is a special Presépio de Natal, lovingly created by my incredible mother, Iva, […]

At Marmelão, nestled in the heart of the Douro Valley, November is a time of anticipation and tradition: the olive harvest. The cooler temperatures signal the perfect moment to gather […]

As November settles into the Douro Valley, our family-run winery, Marmelão, takes on a special charm. Nestled in the picturesque village of Provesende, the landscape transforms as vibrant reds, oranges, […]

As autumn blankets Douro Valley in warm hues, it also brings an exciting seasonal delicacy: wild mushrooms. The valley’s unique terrain, with its mix of forests, vineyards, and riverbanks, is […]

As the heat of summer fades, Douro Valley transforms into a stunning tapestry of autumnal colors, with rolling vineyards painted in shades of gold, crimson, and amber. This seasonal spectacle […]

Nestled high above the Douro River, São Leonardo da Galafura is one of the most breathtaking viewpoints in Portugal’s Douro Valley. Located near the town of Peso da Régua, this […]

Every autumn, as the grapevines at Marmelão Winery reach their peak and the hills of Douro Valley glow with rich, warm colors, the family-owned vineyard hosts its beloved Harvest Party—a […]

At Marmelão Winery, winemaking is as much a celebration of heritage as it is an artisanal craft. In the scenic heights of Douro Valley, Marmelão employs the centuries-old technique of […]

In Portugal’s renowned Douro Valley, the stone wine “lagar” is central to producing some of the world’s richest red and Port wines. This centuries-old method, which involves fermenting grapes in […]

Hidden in the timeless landscape of Provesende, in Portugal’s Douro Valley, Marmelão is not a conventional winery. It is a small, family-driven project dedicated entirely to one style of wine: […]