Alentejo is one of three key regions in southern Portugal, the others being Estremadura and Ribatejo. It is described by Jo Burzynska (2000) as ‘a hot, dry region covering one third of Portugal.’ 

Alentejo sub-regions: Evora. 

Wineries

Certified organic: Amoreira da Torre. | Herdade dos Lagos. 

Bibliography

Jo Burzynska, ‘Southern Style,’ Harpers Wine & Spirit Weekly 30 October 2000, p.26-28.