RELAIS & CHATEAUX PORTUGAL

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AMARANTE

AMARANTE is a municipality in northern Portugal situated in rich agricultural lands of the Minho region responsible for the grapes of the vinho verde, the young, semi-sparkling green wine unique to Portugal. Local attractions include the Palacio Mateus, made of thousands of bottles of Mateus Rose; the 15th century Palace of the Dukes of Braganca, now a National Monument; and the 12th century Guimaraes Castle, a UNESCO World heritage site. Airport: Porto International

Casa da Calçada

Michelin 1-Star
A Condé Nast Johansens Hotel

#1 of The European 50 Best Restaurants (2013)
by 50Best.com

(www.casadacalcada.com) P. 451
Situated at the heart of the town of Amarante, between the bustle of Porto and the sun‑dappled countryside of the Douro Valley (both less than an hour away), this 16^th century manor house is a favorite with those who love beauty, great wine and golf – the hotel-owned Amarante Golf Course is a splendid 18-hole course, only 10 minutes away. This 26-room/ 4-suite hotel boasts a Michelin-starred Restaurant - Largo do Paco, which also offers a remarkable collection of port wines. On-site activities include wine tasting itineraries, biking, fishing and relaxing by the swimming pool. Nearby attractions include pre-historic cave paintings, ancient roman cities and the historic city centers of Oporto and Amarante.