The Wine Flat Lisbon

We are open
It will be 7 years next June, since I started The Wine Flat Lisbon.
An exclusive space for my Airbnb Experience - Discovering Portuguese Wines.
More than 800 wine lovers passed through this door eager to learn more about Portuguese wines…
They were introduced to Portuguese wine regions and grape varieties, as well as the tasting technique and specific vocabulary in a very easy way, regardless of whether they were beginners or experienced.
In the end, they left inspired by the diversity of the Portuguese.
WE ARE OPEN
Since 2021 I have only been holding private wine tastings, starting with 1 person and going up to small groups.
If you want to enjoy an enthusiastic conversation about wine and several glasses of Portuguese wines, send me a DM.
By the way, my official page is the best place to start getting to know Portuguese wines better.
I hope to see you soon at The Wine Flat your wine spot in Lisbon.

5 Portuguese sparkling wines to celebrate de Chinese New Year
Portugal has been experiencing a remarkable increase in the production of exceptional sparkling wines, which is truly exciting. Additionally, I have developed a particular fondness for Pet Nat wines.
Here goes my recomendation of sparkling wines to celebrate the Chinese New Year… or any other day in your life.
1) Vertice Pinot Noir Bruto (Douro)
2) Protótipo P1 Pet Nat Rosé (Távora Varosa)
3) Quinta do Rol Blanc des Blancs Grande Reserva Extra Bruto (Lisboa)
4) Da Pedra Se Fez Espumante White Extra Bruto (Açores)
5) Prior Lucas Single Vineyard Rosé Brut Nature (Bairrada)
Curious about these wines? Let's taste them together!
Book a wine tasting experience at The Wine Flat Lisbon or online. Send me a message now!

This is the biggest common misconception about Portuguese wine!
There are indeed various misconceptions surrounding wine, including recent ones such as the notions of mineral or natural wines.
Nevertheless, as a Portuguese, I would like to address a common misunderstanding that persists among many Portuguese people regarding Vinho Verde.
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Vinho Verde, which directly translates to "green wine," is not a specific type of wine. Instead, it refers to a Portuguese geographical indication or appellation. Similar to other well-known Portuguese wine regions like Douro, Bairrada, or Alentejo.
Vinho Verde designates a specific area of origin, situated in the northwest region of Portugal. Vinho Verde is known for producing predominantly white wines, along with rosé, red, and sparkling wines.
Wine lovers may be familiar with a style of white wine from this region that is usually light, refreshing, low in alcohol, high in acidity, with exuberant aromas, sometimes leaving a slight sweetness on the palate.
Still, it's important to note that in the Vinho Verde region producers also make white wines that deviate from these characteristics. While they still exhibit notable acidity, they possess more attitude, higher alcohol content, complexity, and a dry finish. In fact, they have aging potential similar to some of the best white wines in the world.
To summarize, Vinho Verde refers to the geographical origin of the wine and does not inherently define the specific characteristics of the wine itself.
If you want to learn more about Portuguese wines, schedule a wine course with me, either in person or online.
Comment bellow VINHO and I will contact you!

5 PORTUGUESE RED WINES THAT ARE SUITABLE FOR A COLDER EVENING
If the night is colder, I believe anyone will enjoy more, a smooth full bodied wine, no matter if it’s summer or winter time.
If the preference leans towards red wine, opting for wines from hot regions or those with higher alcohol content can provide the sensations I have mentioned before.
Portuguese wine enthusiasts have a fondness for wines from the Alentejo and Douro regions. My preferences at the moment goes for this wines from recent wine projects: Natus (Alentejo) and Firmamento (Douro).
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However, if I am seeking wines with more structure and tannins, I would be exploring the wines from the Bairrada region. The Baga grape variety, for example, produces wines that embody these characteristics, such as the wine Giz Vinhas Velhas.
Now, considering a cooler summer night, wines from the Lisboa or Palmela regions would be an excellent choice. Red wines from these regions tend to be more moderate in terms of body, boldness, and alcohol content.
The influence of Atlantic Ocean winds, the soil, the presence of indigenous red grape varieties, and typically generous harvests all contribute to making the red wines from these regions perfect for the summer season. My favorites are Pirata (Lisboa) and Vale de Touros Vinhas Velhas Reserva (Palmela).
What is your Portuguese favorite red wine?

GET READY FOR 2024 WITH THESE 21 PORTUGUESE WINES
I was interviewed by Noble & Style magazine. Most of the questions were about my career path, wine tips and of course Portuguese wines!
It includes a recommendation of 21 Portuguese wines too, just perfect for you to add to your shopping list.
Interview is available in English, Espanol, Italiano and Deutch.
Here goes the link » https://www.teresagomes.com/post/portuguese-wines-for-2024
Happy reading and tastings!

YES, I'M BACK!
I've had many new followers in the last month, so I thought I'd introduce myself.
My name is Teresa, and I've been working in the wine industry for 26 years!
A Portuguese woman always passionate about the world of wines... This could be the beginning of the story of my professional life, but it's not.
Nothing predicted that in 1993, after completing secondary education, I would "land" in a Professional Bartending Course, and after four years (having lived in London in the meantime), I would be working in a Port wine specialty shop in the town of Sintra. That's when I fell in love with wine.
Since then, I completed the Sommelier Course in 2001, among other specialized courses in Portugal and the United States of America. Learning has been a constant, and the next challenge will be the Enosofia 2.0 course at the Instituto Superior de Agronomia starting later this month.
I am convinced that my mission is to share my knowledge and inspire others. Since 2004, proudly as a Wine Educator, I have been helping people like you to take more pleasure and confidence in drinking wine. Through courses, workshops, and wine tastings for companies and individuals.
We may have already crossed paths at an event, tasting, or fair, and I might have even served you a glass of wine. After all, I have given over 900 wine courses and transformed almost 17 thousand people to appreciate Portuguese wines more and better.
Do you want to be my next guest?
Send me a message to inquire about the next wine tasting experience at The Wine Flat Lisbon.

TRUE HAPPINESS IS BEING YOURSELF
You've probably seen this image around here before; I chose it this time to be the first post of 2024.
For me, it's very special. It was taken during a photo shoot on a street very close to in early 2020 by my dear
After all this time, it remains one of my favorites from that photoshoot. It's probably the one that best represents me as a person along with my professional side.
Jim Carrey once said, "Being yourself is a massive risk. And the reward is worth more than ten million dollars. Not being yourself makes you a slave. You become a puppet that society controls when it wants. Dare to be seen in all your glory."
This year, I will continue to be myself and take risks.
Stay tuned!

Genuine Portuguese cheeses and charcuterie platter
So many and strong flavours... which wine to choose?
1) white
2) red
3) rosé
4) sparkling
As a Sommelier I love wine and food pairings and through the Discovering Portuguese Wines class I revel my secrets for a successful pairing...
For you here, I will revel one:
Pair a crispy white or rosé wine with something with a high fat component, like cheese!
Which wine it will be?

My kind of Friday night...

Secret garden in Lisbon

Living the life...

Shop small, spend local, eat local and enjoy local.

It's simple!

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