From Peniche to Caves Sao Domingos, Anadia (188km)

 After our cycle around Peniche we headed on Northwards to Caves Sao Domingos as Chris felt we needed more wine.

Onwards through more of the spectacular scenery of rolling hills, Eucalyptus forests, Vineyards and orchards.

 

On arriving at the vineyard we had to work out how to get in. Due to Covid most places weren't open except for bookings, so you had to phone through to get reception for someone to come and meet us. Again Covid vaccination certificates were needed and Jack did a lateral flow test for them. We were then shown where to park and had water and electric hook up which was unexpected, but nice, as it meant we could leave Winnie in the motorhome with air conditioning as they invited us in for a wine tasting. 

This cave was established in 1937 and been producing sparkling wines, old brandies, bagaceira brandies and Bairrada wines, so it was a bit different. Our Welcome pack consisted of a sparkling Rose, a White and a Red. 

 

Inland the temperatures seem to raise at least 10degrees so the very enjoyable 27 degrees in Peniche had risen to high 30's here, but the village was very peaceful and we enjoyed a simple supper and an evening stroll around the village.

 

 

 

In the morning we decided to cycle the 3km's of mountain roads that would take us to the Barragem Gralheira (Dam). Although it was a tough mostly uphill cycle through beautiful eucalyptus forest, resulting in a lot of moaning from Jack as he is still not fully functioning at 9.30am, but even he agreed it was well worth the cycle and the homeward trip was nearly all down hill and great fun.