Friday, April 25, 2025
6:30 pm
Sommelier Joe Breaux
 
Sitting on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean on the southwestern tip of the Iberian Peninsula, Portugal boasts a mostly warm, Mediterranean climate that is highly conducive to grape growing and wine production.
For wine lovers looking to explore (and taste) away from the beaten path,  Joe is helping us discover the wines of Portugal.

Best known for its production of port, the iconic fortified wine, Portugal's sun-soaked valleys, mix of Mediterranean and maritime climates, and mineral-rich soils like schist and granite have proved a fertile ground for winemaking. Wine regions around the country and on islands like Madeira are home to over 250 grape varieties, which produce wines far beyond the famed port variety.
Vinho Verde, Tinta Roriz (Tempranillo), Touriga Nacional and Franca, just to name a few of the wines available in this very interesting wine making country.
Joe will fill in the details while you taste the night's selections.
 
Cool, right?  It's just another fun evening of wine tasting and light bites hosted in Chef Candace's home.