Near Alenquer, about 50 minutes from Lisbon, is the small and friendly Aldeia Galega da Merceana, which for the third year is hosting the Vinhos N’Aldeia Festival, in a unique celebration of Lisbon wines.
The III Festival Vinhos N’Aldeia will take place on June 21 (Saturday), in an event that promises to highlight the best of the Lisbon Wine Region’s wine tradition and innovation, with more than 20 local producers present, with more than 80 wine references, including some exclusive launches.
A wine experience right in the heart of Lisbon
The III Vinhos N’Aldeia Festival will once again take place in the iconic Praça do Pelourinho , offering a diverse program that includes wine tastings, gastronomic tastings, themed talks, live music and street entertainment for all those interested.
Also noteworthy are the talks you can have with winemakers and producers, with various references in this region of Lisbon:
- Quinta Vale Benfeito
- Casa Santos Lima
- Quinta de Chocapalha
- Adega Cooperativa da Labrugeira
- Félix Rocha
- Hugo Mendes
- Quinta do Pinto
- among others.
Food and drink… and program
At a wine festival, something to accompany these tastings is always a must. The chef from Time Grill will prepare traditional snacks; from Taberna do Areal you can try paella; ham cut live by a master; and Comunidade Vida e Paz will also bring traditional sweets .
- Opening of the festival: from 15:30 to 01:00;
- Wine tastings, sales and street entertainment: from 15:30 to 20:30;
- Launch of new wines: from 4pm to 5pm;
- Thematic talks with winemakers and experts: from 5pm to 9pm;
- Opening of the N’Aldeia wine and snack bar: from 5pm to 1am
- Show with Marco Matias: from 9.30 p.m. to 11 p.m;
- DJ Tiago F.: from 11pm to 1am.
Participating in the Vinhos N’Aldeia Festival is free, but access to the wine tastings and gatherings requires the purchase of a ticket (€17, or €20 for a double ticket).
Address: Praça do Pelourinho (Aldeia Galega da Merceana)
Opening times: June 21, from 3:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Tickets: free entry, tasting tickets on the website
Don’t miss out! Follow us on Facebook,Instagram and now WhatsApp too!