Alder Yarrow Vinography Images: The Altar Chris Lehoux, October 16, 2026 A mysterious artifact stands behind the winery at Mateus Nicolau de Almeida in Portugal’s Douro Superior. Nearby, old vines cover a hillside, while the rooftops of Vila Nova de Foz Côa appear just beyond it. Douro Superior is the highest-elevation part of the Douro wine region, which follows the Douro… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Vinography Images: A Kaleidoscope of Wine Photography Chris Lehoux, October 10, 2026 Let’s keep the autumn feeling going. Some of the most spectacular fall vineyard views I’ve seen were in Portugal’s Douro Valley. Terraced vines rise above green slopes, and the landscape’s sheer scale makes for an impressive view in every direction. Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Exploring Vinography Images: Capturing the Vibrant Colors of Terraced Landscapes Chris Lehoux, October 3, 2026 The Douro Valley stands as one of the most breathtaking wine regions in the world, characterized by its dramatic landscapes and rich history. This area features steep hillsides, where terraces have been meticulously carved from solid rock, rising thousands of feet above the river valley. The engineering feat required to… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Exploring Vinography Images: A Stunning Terraced Plot Perspective Chris Lehoux, November 30, 2024 Art or insanity? Sometimes, the extent of human effort in planting grapevines leaves one in awe. A striking example of this is seen in the terraced vineyard rows at Quinta da Manoella in Portugal’s Douro Valley, where hundreds of vines have been meticulously dug into the hillside. This impressive work… Continue Reading