The Douro Valley is one of the most beautiful places you can possibly travel to.
It’s a UNESCO heritage site, it’s historic and magical, and it’s full of amazing wineries and friendly people. If you can’t tell, I’m a big fan of the Douro Valley.
More info on the Douro and the dry wines of the area
Winesearcher: Douro
Decanter: Discovery of Douro Terroir (with map)
Cellar Tours: Douro Valley Wine Region Map
Catavino: The Place Behind the Port (note: Ryan Opaz, founder of Catavino, is one of our best friends and if you’re traveling to Portugal be sure to take advantage of his travel planning and touring services).
Winerist: Key Grapes of the Douro Valley
Wine Spectator: Douro Masterpiece (#4 wine of the year 2014)
Quevedo: White Grapes Planted in the Douro Valley
Pinterest: Douro Valley collection by The Yeatman Hotel