Day 6: Pinhao

Today we are in Pinaho on the Douro River. Pinhao is is a sleepy little village and the gateway to port country. 

The largest quinta (wine growing estate) in the country is here called Quinta da Roeda. Wine has been produced here for at least 2 thousand years.

We decided to take a canoe trip on the Pinhao River. We were soaked at the end and the water was very cold.

Jim decided to take a side trip by himself to the store for some coke/diet coke and chocolate for Mom. He found the train station which is decorated with 24 azulejo panels. These blue and white scenes depict local life including the grape harvest. Harvest was in September this year which was a little late due to the cooler weather.

He found his way back to the boat prior to the departure!