Casa da Atela, Chardonnay

Quinta da Atela, located in Alpiarça, has a rich history dating back to 1346, when it was known as Quinta da Goucha e Atela and owned by Afonso Telo de Menezes, Count of Ourém and Barcelos. Over the centuries, the estate changed hands multiple times, including being owned by a religious order, and later acquired by Isidoro Maria de Oliveira, founder of the Izidoro sausage company, in the late 20th century. After being occupied during the political unrest following the 1974 April 25 Revolution, the estate was returned to its previous owners a decade later. In 2017, entrepreneurs Anabela Tereso and Fernando Vicente of Valgrupo purchased the estate, revitalizing it with a new identity under Anabela’s leadership. Situated on the southern bank of the Tejo River, Quinta da Atela spans 600 hectares, with 150 dedicated to vineyards growing a variety of grapes, including regional favorites like Fernão Pires and Castelão. In addition to producing high-quality wines, the estate has become a premier wine tourism destination, blending wine culture with accommodation and event offerings. This transformation earned Quinta da Atela the “Best Wine Tourism” award in the Tejo region in 2022.