The Vesúvio & Bomfim Experience, created by Symington Family Estates, was recognised with the Best Of Wine Tourism Award 2026 in the Innovative Wine Tourism Experiences category for bringing together two of the Douro Valley’s most iconic wine estates in a single, exclusive experience. Combining exceptional wines, remarkable landscapes and centuries of winemaking heritage, it offers visitors a unique perspective on the diversity and authenticity of one of the world’s oldest demarcated wine regions.
Quinta do Bomfim is one of the Symington family’s most emblematic estates, located on the banks of the Douro River in the heart of the valley. Renowned as the birthplace of Dow’s legendary Vintage Ports and many of the family’s finest still wines, it welcomes visitors to discover its historic winery, explore the surrounding vineyards and enjoy premium wine tastings while taking in breathtaking views over the river and terraced slopes.
Further east, in the dramatic landscapes of the Douro Superior, Quinta do Vesúvio is widely regarded as one of the Douro’s most extraordinary wine estates. Surrounded by rugged hillsides and ancient vineyards, it preserves centuries-old winemaking traditions, including the iconic granite lagares where grapes are still foot-trodden during the harvest. Its striking natural setting and profound sense of place make every visit an immersive encounter with the essence of the Douro.
Together, these two exceptional estates showcase the richness, heritage and innovation of the Douro through a premium wine tourism experience that celebrates outstanding wines, spectacular scenery and the enduring legacy of the Symington family.
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