SILVÃ DE CIMA FARM FIELD GUIDE
Plateau Wines of the Dão: A Rain‑fed Vineyard Tasting in Silvã de Cima
A concise, 1.5‑hour guided visit to a sustainable, rainfed vineyard in Silvã de Cima with a tasting of three distinct wines—perfect for sampling the character of the Dão.
Plateau Wines of the Dão: A Rain‑fed Vineyard Tasting in Silvã de Cima.
Set in the Dão Demarcated Region, the vineyard at Silvã de Cima occupies a triangular plateau between 400 and 530 metres, a 42‑hectare stretch of vines in the Castendo sub‑region between Vale do Pereiro and Vale do Sequeiro. Gentle slopes facing south and west and a rainfed, sustainable viticulture system define the place: 26 parcels planted at roughly 3,500 vines per hectare with a median production around 4,000 kg per hectare. The standard tasting pairs a short guided walk through these traditional, unirrigated vineyards with a seated tasting that showcases blended unoaked wines and a Reserva with pronounced fruity notes and Jamaican pepper spice.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A triangular plateau and privileged exposures
The property sits on a triangular plateau at 400–530 m, with gentle slopes toward the southwest and strong solar exposure to the south and west—conditions that shape the Dão’s traditional, rainfed expressions.
Three distinct pours: unoaked blends and a Reserva
The tasting features three wines that explore local typicity: characterful blended unoaked wines alongside a Reserva that brings fruity intensity and a touch of Jamaican pepper.
Sustainable, rainfed farming across 26 parcels
Vines are managed in an integrated production mode without irrigation; planting density is about 3,500 plants per hectare and the estate’s parcels aim to preserve traditional qualities and typicity.
What the day feels like
What the experience feels like
In roughly 90 minutes you move from arrival in Silvã de Cima to a guided look around sustainable, rainfed parcels and then to a focused tasting of three local wines. The flow is concise and sensory—vineyard context first, then comparative pours that underline the Dão’s aromatic range and the distinct personality of an unoaked blend versus a Reserva.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tasting suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tasting runs about 1.5 hours and takes place in Silvã de Cima in the Dão region.
Bookings are arranged for parties of 2 to 10; after booking the operator will send the farm location, meeting point and contact details.
The operator provides meeting logistics after booking; plan for a short outdoor walk across vineyard parcels and dress accordingly.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the Viseu Standard Wine Tasting last?
The experience lasts approximately 1.5 hours.
Where is the meeting point?
The meeting point is in Silvã de Cima; after booking the operator will send full farm location details and contact information.
How many wines are tasted and what are they?
The tasting includes three wines: blended unoaked wines that highlight character and a Reserva known for fruity intensity and Jamaican pepper notes.
How large are the vineyard holdings and what is the farming style?
The property covers 42 hectares of vines across 26 parcels and practices sustainable, rainfed viticulture in an integrated production mode.
What are the booking limits for parties?
Bookings are for parties of 2 to 10 people.
At what elevations are the vines planted?
Vineyards sit on a plateau between 400 and 530 metres above sea level.