Teresa welcomes guests into her home for a private Portuguese wine tasting experience, where you'll discover Portugal's rich wine traditions through expertly selected wines, traditional food pairings, and warm local hospitality. An award-winning Portuguese sommelier and wine educator with over 25 years of experience, Teresa shares her passion for Portuguese wines in a relaxed, intimate setting. As you taste a selection of Portuguese wines paired with local specialties, learn about Portugal's diverse wine regions, grape varieties, and winemaking traditions through engaging stories and conversation. Teresa began her wine career in 1997 in her hometown of Sintra, Portugal. She earned her sommelier certification in 2001 and has been a professional wine educator since 2004. In 2017, she was named Portuguese Sommelier of the Year. Today, she works independently as a wine educator and ambassador for Portuguese wines. She is also a Certified Port Educator and a member of the Confraria do Vinho do Porto and the Confraria dos Vinhos do Douro, two prestigious Portuguese wine brotherhoods. For Teresa, wine tasting is about more than discovering exceptional wines. It's about connecting with people, sharing stories, and experiencing Portuguese culture the way locals do—around the table, with delicious food, lively conversation, and genuine hospitality. Her goal is to make every guest feel less like a visitor and more like a friend.
Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.
Wine & Food Pairing:
(2-4 guests)
Enjoy a private Portuguese wine tasting and food pairing experience in Lisbon with Teresa, an award-winning sommelier named Portuguese Sommelier of the Year in 2017. More than a traditional wine tasting, this intimate experience invites you into Teresa's home to discover Portugal's rich wine culture through exceptional wines, delicious local food, and warm Portuguese hospitality. In a relaxed and welcoming setting, Teresa shares her passion for Portuguese wines, regional traditions, and the important role wine plays in everyday Portuguese life.
During your private Lisbon wine tasting, sample a carefully curated selection of premium Portuguese wines representing different wine regions and styles. Teresa will introduce you to Portugal's diverse grape varieties and winemaking traditions while teaching you the fundamentals of pairing wine with food. Each wine is thoughtfully paired with traditional Portuguese specialties, including local cheeses, charcuterie, a seasonal savory petisco (Portuguese small bite), wood-fired bread, and a homemade dessert. Discover how different flavors complement and enhance each wine as Teresa shares stories, insights, and practical pairing tips you can use at home.
Whether you're a wine enthusiast or simply curious about Portuguese food and wine, this private experience is designed to be personal, interactive, and enjoyable for all levels of wine knowledge. Ask questions, share stories, and experience the pleasure of gathering around a Portuguese table with a local wine expert. And, in the spirit of Portuguese hospitality, you won't leave empty-handed!
Notes: This experience is recommended for guests 18+
Languages spoken: English, Portuguese
Teresa is extremely knowledgeable, very friendly to talk to and her wine class is one of the best I’ve ever been to! She understands the difference between Portuguese wines and wines from other countries, and contextualizes it in a fun and interactive way. My favorite culinary memory from the experience was trying the Alvarhino, a white wine typical of vino verde region. It was crisp and refreshing, great for the summer heat and also goes really well with food. It was also the most memorable since Teresa corrected some previous misunderstandings I had about Vino Verde. We enjoyed Teresa’s workshop thoroughly, and highly recommend it to anyone who wants to learn about Portuguese food and wine culture!
Lee Yan, Traveling Spoon Ambassador
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