Adega do Cantor
The Algarve winery founded by Sir Cliff Richard (with winemaker David Baverstock of Esporão), near Guia/Albufeira, making the Vida Nova and Onda Nova ranges from Algarve-grown grapes — a name-led estate with surprising wine quality.
A well-made Algarve range from a famous-owner estate, near Albufeira.
For a well-made Algarve range from a famous-owner estate, near Albufeira.
What's in the glass
The wines prioritize fruit expression and approachability, reflecting the sun-drenched terroir of the Guia hills. Vida Nova releases offer vibrant, easy-drinking profiles, while the Onda Nova range showcases greater depth, structure, and complexity through careful oak integration.
How it came to be
Founded in 2001, the estate began as a collaboration between international pop star Sir Cliff Richard and the esteemed Alentejo winemaker David Baverstock. The partnership sought to prove that high-quality, terroir-driven viticulture was possible in the Algarve. Over two decades, the winery has evolved from a boutique celebrity venture into a respected producer recognized for consistent quality.
Best for, and who should skip
Visitors to the central Algarve interested in the intersection of celebrity history and credible winemaking.
Less ideal for: Travelers seeking a raw, rustic vineyard experience or those looking for an extensive, sprawling estate tour. It is less suited for visitors wanting a secluded, quiet retreat, as it remains highly tied to its celebrity branding and commercial tourism proximity.
Skip if: Travelers seeking expansive, centuries-old historical cellars or sprawling traditional architecture may find the modern, functional scale of the facility less atmospheric.
Tours, tastings & getting there
Visitors can book guided tours that explore the compact production facilities followed by a flight of wines in the tasting room. The atmosphere is professional yet relaxed, providing a clear window into how modern techniques elevate Algarve-grown fruit.
Getting there: 35 min from Faro; near Guia.
Getting around: The estate grounds are compact and easily explored on foot, transitioning directly from the parking area to the production and tasting facilities.
Tours are best scheduled at least a week in advance during the peak summer months. Plan for a short drive from Albufeira, ensuring a designated driver is arranged.
When to go
April–October.
Year-round.
Allow: Half a day
Beyond the tasting room
Tour the winery and taste the Vida Nova range; combine with a central Algarve beach day.
Pair with
Arroz de Lingueirão
Rice with razor clams — the Algarve's cleanest, most elegant seafood rice.
Camarão Frito
Whole small prawns fried with garlic and lime — the Algarve's simplest, best bar snack.
Cataplana
A seafood stew steamed in a copper clam-shell pot — the Algarve's signature dish.
Other wines to explore
Algarve
A small, fast-rising region of four coastal denominations (Lagos, Portimão, Lagoa, Tavira) where Atlantic breeze meets the Barrocal limestone. Long dismissed as beach-trip wine, it's now producing serious Syrah, Touriga Nacional and crisp whites from estates like Quinta dos Vales and Quinta do Francês.
Quinta do Francês
A small, family-run Algarve estate near Silves making quality Syrah, Touriga Nacional and Aragonez reds and a crisp white; a more intimate, authentic visit than the larger Algarve estates.
Quinta dos Vales
The Algarve's best-known wine estate, near Estômbar / Carvoeiro, with a sculpture-filled estate and a broad range of reds and whites; a popular visit paired with a beach holiday.
Nearby
Lagos
A historic port town turned the Algarve's best all-round base — old-town charm, dramatic cliffs to the west, and the gateway to the Costa Vicentina.
Tavira
The Algarve's most graceful town — a river, 37 churches, a Roman bridge, and the gateway to the quiet eastern islands.
Where it sits
