THE WINES OF THE DUORO - and Adeus to Portugal Because this is the last chapter of my writing efforts in 2022 - a big thank you for reading any, all - or even part of it. Thanks for supporting and indulging me in my hobby and "blogging" efforts - much appreciated! During the latter part of our time in Lamego, we took a trip to another town, saw Lamego's cathedral and visited the Caves da Raposeira - where the oldest sparkling wine in Portugal is pro...

LAMEGO Leaving Porto behind, we took the train to Lamego, which follows the route of the river Duoro. Our new "digs" would be our home for the last week of this Portuguese adventure. Although the train wasn't the old steam train used for special tours along this scenic journey, it was older than any we'd used here before. With wider carriages, high bench seats and large picture windows that opened all the way down, it made for a very pleasant and c...