| Region of production: | Douro |
| Winery Location: | Vila Nova de Gaia |
| Year Established: | 1756 |
Vineyard Holdings
- Quinta dos Aciprestes (100 ha): Grade A vineyard located in Cima Corgo, near the Douro Superior border.
- Quinta das Carvalhas (600 ha): Grade A vineyard located on the south bank of the Douro in Cima Corgo. Contains pre-phylloxera vines up to 100 years of age.
- Quinta do Casal da Granja (170 ha): Grade C/F vineyard located in Granja de Alijó. Planted to white grapes Gouveio (Verdelho), Moscatel Galego, Arinto, Fernão Pires, and Viosinho, which are primarily used for White Port and dry wine production.
- Quinta de Cidrô (136 ha): Grade D/F vineyard, up to 450 to 600 meters in elevation, located in São João da Pesqueira. Mainly an experimental vineyard planted with international grape varieties. Purchased in 1972.
- Quinta do Sibio (9.5 ha): Vineyard with southern exposure. Ranges from 120 to 300 meters in elevation.
Top Wines Produced & Inaugural Vintages
- Quinta das Carvalhas
- Vintage Ruby
Summary
The estate was born out of the need for regulation in the Douro region. The Royal Oporto Wine Company, or Real Campania Velha (wines can have either name on the label), was created to establish boundaries for the Douro region as well as quality control measures to ensure its continued success. That power was eventually removed, but the house still produces Port to this day and remains the second largest single vineyard owner in Douro.
Style & Vinification Techniques
The Tawny Port leans toward a balanced, refined style. The company is still working to overcome the shadow of less promising declared Vintage Ports of the late 20th century.
Producer Website: Royal Oporto