Quinta Do Barbusano
Portugal
Because these are unique tours, customized to each guest, other stops and options with more surprises will be suggested to add to your tour. Please bring a fully charged camera, the diversity in terms of the landscape it's simply mindblowing, and with a panoramic roof, anytime can be a photo time.
Contents
9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Quinta do Barbusano, a sanctuary of viticulture nestled in the dramatic, verdant embrace of the Sao Vicente valley on Madeira's northern coast. This estate, the vision of producer Antonio Freitas, stands as a premier…
Listen in the app2The Volcanic Terroir — Acid and Ash
To understand the wines of Quinta do Barbusano, one must first understand the ground beneath our feet. The entire island of Madeira is a massive shield volcano, and here in the Sao Vicente valley, the soil is a direct reflection…
Listen in the app3The Tinta Negra and Red Varieties
In this specific plot of the vineyard, we find the Tinta Negra variety, the workhorse grape of Madeira. For a long time, Tinta Negra was primarily used for fortified wines, but at Quinta do Barbusano, they have demonstrated its…
Listen in the app4Hydraulic Engineering — The Irrigation System
Despite the northern coast's reputation for rain, the steep terrain of Quinta do Barbusano requires a sophisticated irrigation strategy. You will notice small black pipes running along the base of the vine rows. …
Listen in the app5The Balcony — Fifty Shades of Green
We now arrive at what many consider the emotional heart of Quinta do Barbusano: the main balcony. From this vantage point, you are presented with a panoramic view of the Sao Vicente valley that is nothing short of spectacular. …
Listen in the app6The Traditional Lagar — The Stomping of the Grapes
Quinta do Barbusano takes great pride in preserving traditional winemaking techniques alongside modern methods. In this area, we find the 'lagares,' the large stone or stainless steel basins used for the traditional treading of…
Listen in the app7The Cellar — French Oak and Maturation
Descending into the cooler environment of the cellar, we encounter the maturation phase of Barbusano's wines. Here, the estate uses a combination of modern stainless steel tanks and traditional French oak barrels. …
Listen in the app8The Porto Santo Experiment — Caracol Grapes
Finally, we come to one of the most exciting recent developments at Quinta do Barbusano: the Porto Santo project. Madeira is an archipelago, and the neighboring island of Porto Santo has a very different, sandier terroir. …
Listen in the app9Closing
As we conclude our journey through Quinta do Barbusano, we return to where we began, but with a significantly deeper understanding of what makes this estate so special. We have explored the ancient volcanic soils, witnessed the…
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What is Quinta Do Barbusano?
Quinta Do Barbusano is a place in Portugal with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Type | Food |
| Story sections | 9 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 32.7996, -17.0350 |
| Last updated |
