As part of our Portugal week I went on a fact finding mission to Portugal’s Douro Valley. Its stunning – great for a long weekend and some of the vineyards there have really pulled their socks up for the whole wine tourist experience; not least Quinta de la Rosa. It was here that I was [...]
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All week, starting this weekend, we’ll be putting up programmes that showcase a wine producing country that I love, Portugal, with a particular focus on the Douro Valley. A beautiful place that’s great for a long weekend with a wine glass in your hand. You’ll hear about my exploits with chefs Mark Hix and Mitch [...] 