Quinta do Fojo is owned and operated by Margarida Serôdio Borges.
Its wines are elaborated in small productions, and, from the vine to the bottling, everything is done on site.
All the bottles have an anti-fraud protection system.
The estate has been passed down from generation to generation and is known for producing very good wines, once sold to the great Port houses. The estate was really developed by the grandfather of Margarida Serôdio Borges, who continued with passion and perseverance, decisive and obvious factors to recognize when we had the opportunity to meet her in person.
The estate is located in the Douro, in the sub-region of Cima Corgo, on the left bank of the Pinhao Valley.
It consists of 7 hectares of old vines planted at the end of the 19th century, where the predominant grape variety is Tinta Roriz, and 4 hectares of vines planted in 1986, with the same characteristics.
The climate is Mediterranean, with schistose soil. The altitude of the vineyards is between 250 and 370 meters.
The property is fantastic, the view breathtaking. The climate, the altitude, the slope of the terraces, and the ideal western exposure (excellent humidity) are the very favorable ingredients that allow Margarida Serôdio Borges to exercise her talent and apply meticulous zeal during all the stages of the winemaking. Margarida welcomed us warmly, explained her journey, her determination for more than 20 years to produce the best wines, to stay on her land. A passion easy to perceive.
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