Falcão Neighborhood Estate

Category: Nature > Farm

District: Santarém > Cartaxo > Vila Chã de Ourique

Location

Quinta do Bairro Falcão is located in the heart of the Cartaxo region, within the area that gives it its name, Bairro Falcão, in the locality of Vila Chã de Ourique. This area is characterized by its rural setting, dotted with vast expanses of vineyards and agricultural landscapes. Its position in the municipality of Cartaxo, known for its winemaking tradition, provides a natural and cultural framework linked to the land and wine production.

Historical Roots

Quinta do Bairro Falcão is a place with a strong connection to the history of Portugal and the origin of viticulture in the region. According to narratives associated with the property, it was on this very farm that a decisive moment in the foundation of the nation occurred: the victory of D. Afonso Henriques over the Moors. From this same history emerges the reference to D. Afonso Henriques' order for the planting of vineyards in the region in 1170, a landmark for wine production in the country, enshrined in the Charter of Santarém. This historical link underscores the Quinta's deep roots in local tradition and identity.

Viticultural Heritage

Throughout the centuries, Quinta do Bairro Falcão has remained true to its agricultural and viticultural vocation. Since 1988, the property has undergone a significant modernization process. Its extensive vineyards, stretching for about 180 hectares, have been renewed with the introduction of younger, more productive grape varieties. The Quinta's winery is equipped with contemporary technology, from initial crushing to the final stage of wine production. This commitment to innovation allows for the production of excellent wines, with a remarkable diversity of grape varieties, including the reds Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Periquita, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Touriga Nacional, and Trincadeira Preta, and the whites Antão Vaz, Arinto, Fernão Pires, and Sauvignon Blanc. The wines produced at Quinta do Bairro Falcão contribute to the region's prestige, raising their quality and complexity compared to the past.

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