Responsible Consumption
Wine deserves time. And responsibility.
At Dois Marias, we believe that wine should never be just a drink.
It is an expression of the land, of nature, and of the people who work it.
It is an element of conviviality, sharing, and gastronomy.
It is the result of a full year of dedication, of decisions made in the vineyard and winery, of time and patience.
Therefore, we believe that wine should be appreciated in exactly the same way it is produced:
with time, respect, and balance.
A conscious choice
Each Dois Marias bottle represents much more than a vintage.
It represents a landscape.
A family.
A team.
A vineyard.
A story.
We want each bottle to be opened to celebrate special moments, accompany a meal, bring friends together, or simply provide a moment of tranquility.
True pleasure lies in the quality of the experience, never in the quantity consumed.
Our commitment
As producers, we are committed to promoting a culture of responsible consumption.
We do not encourage:
- excessive consumption;
- risky behaviour;
- the association of alcohol with personal or professional success;
- consumption by minors.
We produce wine to be enjoyed by adults, in a moderate and conscious way.
Driving
Alcohol significantly reduces reaction time.
If you consume alcoholic beverages:
- do not drive;
- plan your return in advance;
- use alternative transport whenever necessary.
No moment of celebration justifies putting lives at risk.
Pregnancy
Consuming alcoholic beverages during pregnancy may pose risks to foetal development.
In case of pregnancy or suspected pregnancy, it is recommended to avoid alcohol consumption.
Minors
Under Portuguese law, the sale of alcoholic beverages to minors under 18 years of age is prohibited.
Dois Marias fully complies with this legal obligation and promotes a culture of responsible consumption.
More than wine
At Dois Marias, we believe that a great wine is not only measured by its quality.
It is also measured by how it is appreciated.
We want to continue producing wines that accompany happy moments, good conversations, and lasting memories.
Because we believe that wine has more value when it brings people together.
COMMITMENT TO QUALITY
Quality does not happen by chance.
At Dois Marias, we believe that a great wine is born long before the harvest.
It is born in the way we observe nature.
In the way we respect each vine.
In the way we accept that each vintage is unique.
And, above all, it is born from the conviction that quality is never a coincidence.
It is a choice repeated every day.
Our responsibility begins in the vineyard
Every decision made in the vineyard influences the wine that will reach the bottle.
Therefore, we prioritise careful viticulture, respecting the natural rhythm of the plant and ensuring that each parcel expresses the identity of the place where it is located.
More than seeking uniformity, we seek authenticity.
Each vintage should reflect the year it was born.
Because we believe that this is the true identity of a wine.
Time as an ingredient
We live in an age where almost everything seeks to be faster.
Wine teaches us exactly the opposite.
It teaches that some things cannot be rushed.
The development of the vineyard.
The ripening of the grapes.
The aging process.
The evolution in the bottle.
Everything happens at its own pace.
At Dois Marias, we believe that time continues to be one of the most important ingredients of any great wine.
The permanent pursuit of excellence
Quality accompanies all stages of our work.
From the selection of grapes to the moment each bottle reaches the consumer, we strive to ensure high standards of excellence.
Each decision seeks to respect three fundamental principles:
- authenticity;
- balance;
- elegance.
We do not seek to produce the same wines every year.
We seek to produce authentic wines.
Respecting nature
Producing wine implies taking responsibility for the land.
We believe that preserving natural resources is essential to ensure the continuity of future generations.
Therefore, we strive to develop our activity responsibly, valuing:
- soil conservation;
- biodiversity;
- conscious use of resources;
- continuous improvement of agricultural practices;
- respect for the natural balance of the vineyard.
Sustainability, for us, is not a completed goal.
It is an ongoing commitment.
People
No wine exists without people.
We value the knowledge, experience, and dedication of all those who contribute daily to this project.
We respect the work done in the vineyard, in the winery, and at all stages that allow each bottle to reach the consumer.
We believe that quality always arises from the commitment of people.
Trust
Each bottle we put on the market carries the Dois Marias name.
That name represents a commitment.
Commitment to those who choose us.
Commitment to the region.
Commitment to quality.
Commitment to truth.
We know that trust is built slowly.
And that is precisely how we want to build our brand.
A commitment to the future
We do not produce wine only for the next harvest.
We produce wine to build a legacy.
We want each new vintage to respect the identity of the previous one, preserving what makes the Serra de São Mamede a truly unique territory.
It is this commitment that we seek to renew every day.
