Farms and Manor Houses by micas_pt
Pinhão is famous for the vineyards and the farms where they are situated ? on the slopes of the mountain, overlooking the River Douro and River Pinhão. Some of this farms and manor houses are opened to the public (under appointment) and visitors may go on a guided tour around the farm ? some of them provide 4wd vehicles for that purpose. The best season to visit is the grapes? harvest season, which occurs every year in September. The farms are lively with this tradition and you will be able to learn a bit more about the wine and local customs.
