We create wines that
spark a plurality of sensations.
Wines that touch people
and their emotions.
spark a plurality of sensations.
Wines that touch people
and their emotions.
Part of the José de Mello Group, WineStone Group is currently executing an ambitious plan to develop the most admired brands from Portugal to the world. An innovative vision of wine.
The perfect combination between the art of wine making and the craft of understanding the consumer and approaching key markets.
Foundation of Quinta de Pancas
One of the oldest and most significant estates in the outskirts of Lisbon. Founded in the XV century by the Guimarães family and since the beginning producing great quality wines.
Foundation of Weiss & Krohn
Wiese & Krohn was founded by two Norwegians, who dedicated their lives to Port wine - Theodor Wiese & Dankert Krohn. 158 years before becoming part of WineStone’s portfolio.
Foundation of the José de Mello Group
Led and founded by Alfredo da Silva, the Group was born as CUF Group later becoming the largest private economic Group in Portugal. Leading in several industries, from infrastructures, to healthcare and chemicals or banking.
The oldest wine available in our portfolio – Krohn Colheita 1931.
A true gem produced almost 100 years ago. Still in our cellars, an important part of the Porto wine history.
The José de Mello Family acquires Monte da Ravasqueira
By the vision and hand of D. Manuel de Mello, the family acquires a 3000-hectare property in Arraiolos. At first the family retreat away from the city. Then it became the ideal location for the development of a quality wine project starting in the 90’s.
The first wine produced at Quinta do Côtto
Decades before the Douro DOC appellation was determined, in 1961 the first non-fortified wine was produced at Quinta do Côtto. A wine made exclusively from the grape Sousão. The same vineyard still produces to date a varietal Sousão wine.
The first Quinta do Côtto Grande Escolha vintage
The first Douro DOC fine wine.
The first Paço de Teixeiró vintage
The vineyards were planted more than 400m above sea level in 1978, and four years later the first vintage was born.
Krohn acquires Quinta do Retiro Novo
An iconic estate in the banks of the Rio Torto, a Douro affluent. Unique north exposed vineyards, ideal for the production of great wines.
The first Ravasqueira wine was launched
The Fonte da Serrana from the 2002 vintage.
The first Vinha das Romãs vintage
The iconic Alentejo wine was born at Ravasqueira.
Guarda Rios is added to the portfolio
The Kingfisher brand flew in and became a best seller both in Portugal and internationally.
WineStone is born
Time to expand and lead in the wine industry. The José de Mello Group is committed and investing in an ambitious plan.
Quinta do Côtto is added to the WineStone portfolio
An iconic Douro brand from the Lower Corgo and 40 hectares of unique vineyards on the slopes of the Douro river banks.
WineStone’s entry into Vinho Verde region. Paço de Teixeiró is a unique property that counts 10 hectares of classic vineyards on the steep valley of Teixeiró on the Baião sub-region.
Acquisition of Quinta do Retiro Novo. Expanding WineStone’s presence in the Douro region. Located in the Upper Corgo, on the margins of the Torto River, Retiro Novo is the perfect terroir to produce great Douro fine wines.
Acquisition of Krohn Port wines. The brand and secular vintages were acquired marking the expansion of WineStone to the Port wine category. A strategic operation and the perfect portfolio complement.
Acquisition of Quinta de Pancas in Lisbon
After securing production and vineyards in the Alentejo, Port wine, Douro DOC, Vinho Verde it was time to arrive in Lisbon.
“WineStone is committed to crafting wines to connect with people regardless of the segment and geography.”
Our purpose
Preserve the wine natural and human heritage of the past, respect and enlarge this capital in the present and be the fuse for that motivation to continue from generation to generation in the future.
Our Values
Our roots are based on a set of core values that strengthens our mission, always with an innovative approach, focus on sustainability and respect for the past. The values we share, brings us together and allow us to act with unity and consistency.
We foster an entrepreneurial culture and an open and curious mindset, constantly pursuing new solutions and value creation opportunities. With a spirit of anticipation and a permanent search for new opportunities, we are committed to innovative alternatives that make a difference in the wine industry.
We place people’s dignity at the centre of our decisions and contribute to the development of their skills, promoting autonomy and continuous learning. Investing in people makes everyday life a permanent challenge of learning and sharing knowledge.
We encourage a mindset that aims for continuously doing more and better, through individual responsibility and teamwork, striving for excellence and consistency. The commitment to qualified and highly competent professionals leads to the implementation of coherent solutions, based on the assumptions of quality, deadlines and value inherent to all Group companies.
We promote ethical and honest behaviour, building trustworthy and loyal relationships, treating everyone fairly and truthfully.
