The family-owned estate of Azamor was purchased by Alison & Joaquim Luiz-Gomes in 1998. It is located in the Alentejo region near Estremoz in Southern Portugal and across the border from the Spanish city of Badjoz. Known as the "bread basket" of Portugal, the Alentejo is considered one of Europe’s most exciting wine regions and one of the best areas for New World style red wines in Portugal. About 10% of the estate’s total 650 acres are planted to vineyards. These are situated at 1,150’ above sea level, overlooking a vast landscape including a breathtaking view of Spain. Here, the soils consist of clay with schist bedrock and the climate is known for its cold winters and hot summers. Humidity ranges between 20% in the summer and 100% in the winter. There are eight different varietals cultivated on the estate: three indigenous Portuguese grapes (Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Amarela/Trincadeira) and five international (Syrah, Merlot, Alicante Bouschet, Petit Verdot, Mourvèdre). Co-proprietor Alison Luiz-Gomes is Azamor’s Head Winemaker, supported by the famed Australian David Baverstock. The winery currently produces approximately 3,000 cases per year.