The Palácio da Bacalhôa National Monument was built in 1480 by the mother of King Manuel I on the site of Coutada Real in Vila Fresca de Azeitão. This property was later acquired by the family of Afonso de Albuquerque Viceroy of India. The Palace is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful Portuguese buildings where Renaissance and Moorish styles are harmoniously combined, with the graceful archways, the gummed towers and a rare collection of polychrome tiles from the 15th and 16th centuries being worthy of mention.
In 1975, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot vines were planted, extending to the ancient walls of the palace. The first production was obtained in 1979, resulting in an exquisite red wine whose quality will be enriched by aging in the bottle after having already spent a convenient time in oak barrels specially purchased for this purpose and which can be visited in a winery in the nearby region. of the palace.
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Considered the most beautiful farm of the first half of the 15th century still existing in Portugal, Quinta da Bacalhôa is an old property of Casa Real Portuguesa. Located in Azeitão, the Quinta and the famous Bacalhôa Palace are an artistic monument of the greatest relevance for the country. Currently, Quinta da Bacalhôa belongs to the Berardo Foundation, belonging to the family of the same name and whose patriarch is Commander José Berardo. On June 23, 1910 it was classified as a National Monument. In the area around Quinta da Bacalhôa, visitors will find picturesque villages, wineries and one of the most beautiful and imposing landscapes in Portugal - the Arrábida natural park.
