Visit Palácio da Bacalhôa, located in São Simão, Azeitão, Setúbal, and discover the setting which has the distinction of dating back to the founders of the Avis dynasty.
Over the centuries, the architecture, the decor and the gardens of the Palace have been influenced by various owners, who drew inspiration from their travels across Europe, Africa and the Orient to transform the property into a rare gem.
As time has progressed, the Palácio has been beautified by Portuguese hand-painted tiles from the XV and XVI centuries evoking Moorish designs and with a lakeside house.
Both inside and out, one can view unique pieces of the private art collection, passing through the gardens and vineyards to the lakeside house where the very first dated painted tile in Portugal can be found.
At the end of the visit, you will enjoy a tasting of 5 Bacalhôa wines, known as D. Carlos I Tasting, which includes the Aliança Grande Reserve Brutt Sparkling Wine, the Berardo Reserve Familiar White 2015, the Berardo Reserve Familiar Red 2014, the Berardo Reserve Familiar 2007 and the Bacalhôa Moscatel Superior 1985, accompanied by Azeitão DOP cheese.
Behind every great wine, there lies a great story.
Highlights:
- Private visit to Palácio da Bacalhôa;
- Tasting of 5 Bacalhôa wines, with Azeitão cheese.
Region
Península de Setúbal
Duration
90 Minutes
Languages
Portuguese, English
Starting time
10:00 hours.
15:00 hours.
Nº of people
Minimum: 2 | Maximum: 20
Location
Estrada Nacional 10, 2925-901 Vila Nogueira de Azeitão
General Rating
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