| Region of production: | Douro |
| Winery Location: | Vila Nova de Gaia |
| Year Established: | 1790 |
Vineyard Holdings
- Quinta do Vau: Vau, meaning “ford,” is a grade A vineyard located on the south bank in Cima Corgo. Most of the vineyard has been replanted since the 1980s. Used partially for vintage and Single Quinta bottlings. Purchased in 1988.
- Quinta do Seixo: Grade A vineyard in Cima Corgo, planted mostly to vinha ao aolto, except on its steepest slopes. Overlooks the Torto River.
Top Wines Produced & Inaugural Vintages
- Quinta do Vau: Vau has been rebranded as a modern-style Vintage Port to drink now. This wine is largely based on fruit from the quinta. Inaugural vintage 1988.
- Quinta do Seixo: The heart of the Sandeman estate, transferred from Ferreira, was first released as a Single Quinta in 2013 to celebrate the house’s 225th anniversary. Inaugural vintage 2013.
- Vintage Ruby: Mainly Touriga Franca and Nacional (80 percent combined). Aged in balseiros until bottling in April of the second year following harvest.
Summary
George Sandeman founded the house in 1790 and later expanded to both Sherry and Madeira. Sandeman has long been one of the largest shipping companies in Vila Nova de Gaia. As of 2017, it is number one in sales and exports of Port to the US. It was family owned until 1979, when it was purchased by Seagram’s, followed by Sogrape Vinhos in 2001. George Sandeman, the seventh generation of the family, leads the company today.
Style & Vinification Techniques
The fruit may be entirely or partially destemmed, then treaded by foot or machine in either traditional lagares or stainless steel temperature-controlled tanks, all dependent on the bottling at hand. Sandeman is routinely recognized for its Tawny Port.
Producer Website: Sandeman