A new spot in the trendy Chiado neighborhood of Lisbon is an ideal place to meet friends, relax after a day of shopping, and try some delicious wines made in Portugal. By the Wine is the first “flagship store” of famed Portuguese vintner José Maria da Fonseca. Wines by the glass and Portuguese gastronomy are served and celebrated in a traditional wine cellar ambiance. Stop by Rua das Flores 41-43, Tuesdays to Sundays, from 12 noon to 12 midnight.
José Maria da Fonseca has been making wines since 1834. They are one of Portugal’s largest vintners producing such labels as Lancers and Periquita (mass market brands), Domini and Domingos Soares Franco Private Collection (premium wines), all the way to Hexaon and José de Sousa Mayor (super premium wines). Their passion for making wines, now spills over into a passion for sharing wines with visitors to Chiado in this wine cellar venue.
To go along with the vinho, By the Wine serves a variety of specialties from the many regions of Portugal and Spain. Try the county. Presunto Iberico and other cold meats from Guijuelo on fresh Algarvian bread. Many local cheeses are available, including the popular Azeitão variety. Oysters from the Sado estuary accompany other delicacies from the sea like salmon ceviche and mussel salad. Of course, Portuguese sweets and pastries are perfectl paired with the Moscatel de Setubal.
By the Wine intends to schedule launches of new wines, host tastings and organize wine courses, which are all open to the public.
For more information, visit the José Maria da Fonseca website.
By the Wine
Rua das Flores, 41-43
Chiado
Lisbon
Phone: +351 213 420 319
Email: bythewine@jmfonseca.pt
Hours: Tuesday to Sunday – 12:00 to 24:00