The Alentejo region is composed of the subregions DOC Alentejo and Vinho Regional Alentejano.

The Alentejo makes up one-third of Portugal's total area and produces such popular wines that winemakers from other regions can become a bit envious. The vast, sun-drenched Alentejo covers much of Portugal's south. In recent years, the region has made a name for itself with big, ripe, fruity, wholesome reds that top the wine lists of Lisbon restaurants. The Alentejo was divided into different areas in 1989. Portugal's accession to the EU led to long-needed investments in wineries and cellars. The introduction of modern technologies - especially for heat regulation - made it possible to produce soft white wines as well as strong red wines. Wonderful old vines can still be found in the Alentejo today. The Alentejo is vast and at the same time very varied.