The Project
Quinta das Queimas is a family project started in 2018 based on a long agricultural and winemaking tradition in farms in Santa Ovaia de Cima, Tondela. These farms, recently inherited, encompass around 30 hectares of vineyards and 10 hectares of pine forests. Our project consists of preserving as much as possible the good traditional practices of viticulture and winemaking in the creation of authentic and varied wines that reflect the indomitable spirit of the people and places of this region.
The Symbol
Near the quinta that is the namesake of our project, Quinta das Queimas, there is a very old stone mark of unknown origin, with two opposing spirals carved in it. This symbol can also be found in Pedra Formosa da Citânia de Besteiros. It is entirely possible that this mark has Celtic origin. Our Quinta das Queimas is located near Castro de Nandufe, and through the years, many pre-Roman artifacts, such as millstones and cutting instruments, have been found. For us, this mark, and its double-spiral, are a link with all the past generations who have worked and benefited from these excellent terroirs.
The Team
Executive
Cristina Videira Lopes
With a Bachelors degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, and a PhD in Computer Science, Cristina is a Professor at the University of California, Irvine, where she lives for several decades. She brings to the project the entrepreneurial spirit from California, and experience with tech startups.
Technical
João Oliveira, Winemaker
Vines and Wines
Hugo Esteves, Viticulture
Vines and Wines
Comercial
João Marques dos Santos
João began his career in the textile industry, but his passion for wine led him to change direction. With extensive experience in the wine business, particularly in foreign markets, João is responsible for the sales and promotion of our project. He is also a black belt in Karate.
Operational
António Órfão, General Manager
Having worked in the United States for a few years, António came back to Portugal in the 1980s, and, since then, has worked for House Videira. He is the General Manager for over 20 years. António brings a long experience in the field, and a profound knowledge of the places and people in the area.
