A Scenic Journey through Bairrada: Curia & the Maria Gomes Vineyards This segment of our tour is designed to showcase the softer, more poetic side of the Bairrada region, moving from the elegance of the Belle Époque to the very vines that produce Portugal’s most versatile white grape. We begin with a passage through CuriaClick to open side panel for more information, a historic thermal village that served as a playground for the elite during the early 20th century. Located in São Lourenço do Bairro, the Baloiço Maria GomesClick to open side panel for more information offers a breathtaking panoramic view over a sea of vineyards. This is the ideal spot for a sensory masterclass on the Maria Gomes grape (also known as Fernão Pires), the most widely planted white variety in the country. *From this vantage point, I will explain how the Atlantic breeze and the clay, limestone soils directly influence the aromatic profile of our white and sparkling wines.

The Vadio project, located at Bairrada region, was founded in two thousand and five by Luís Patrão with the mission of restoring the authenticity and aging potential of the region. Guided by a philosophy of minimal intervention, the boutique winery focuses on traditional grape varieties like Baga and Bical, which beautifully express the local limestone soils through sustainable viticulture practices. Our Exclusive Three-Hour Vadio Tour offers a complete immersion into this philosophy. You will begin with a guided walk through the old vineyards in Poutena to understand the unique terroir and organic farming methods. This is followed by a private visit to the artisanal cellar, where the classic vinification and oak aging processes are revealed. The experience concludes with a premium tasting of four signature wines, including the Vadio White, Red, and their iconic Sparkling wine, paired perfectly with local delicacies. It is an intimate journey into the classic elegance of Bairrada.