Casa Ermelinda Freitas
Established in 1920, Casa Ermelinda Frietas is a 5th generation Portugese winery with operations in three major winegrowing regions: Peninsula de Setúbal, Vinhos Verdes and Douro. As one of the biggest producers in Portugal, Casa Ermelinda Freitas produces rich, luscious reds and crisp, refreshing whites.
Location: Peninsula de Setúbal, Portugal
Primary Appellation: Fernando Pó, Palmela
Primary Appellation: Fernando Pó, Palmela
Winemaker: Jamie Quendera
Varietals: More than 30 grape varieties including Touriga Nacional, Pinot Noir, Aragonez, Syrah, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Fernão Pires, Chardonnay, Verdelho, Sauvignon Blanc
Varietals: More than 30 grape varieties including Touriga Nacional, Pinot Noir, Aragonez, Syrah, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Fernão Pires, Chardonnay, Verdelho, Sauvignon Blanc
Founded by Deonilde Freitas, continued by her daughter, Germana and then by her granddaughter Ermelinda, who managed the company alongside her daughter, Leonor and who ultimately took charge and consolidated the female leadership of the company. Today, Leonor and her children continue the family winemaking tradition which has been recognized globally through their accumulation of more than 1,500 different awards including World's Best Red Wine in Vinalies Internationales 2008.
https://www.ermelindafreitas.pt/en/