The Eastern region of the Beiras is named after the river that runs through its centre. Vineyards are dotted around the pine forests and are some of the highest in Portugal. Soil in basically from granite which favours red varieties.

Grapes

Red - Touriga National, Jaen, Tinto Cao, Tinto Roriz
White - Encruzado, Bical, Malvasia, Siria