ABOUT US
ART AND TRADITION
A LEGACY OF GRAPES
AND SUN IN THE ALENTEJO
We celebrate the nobility of grapes that ripen on schist soils bathed in sunlight. We honour the vineyards that tell a family story of almost two hundred years — a story that began elsewhere and eventually found its home in the depths of the Alentejo.
Thomas Reynolds, an English sailor and merchant, arrived in Portugal in 1820, attracted by the wine business: it was in the city of Porto that he settled with his two sons, Thomas and Robert. For some time, they supplied their commercial warehouse in London with various Iberian products from there. In 1838, they entered the cork industry and established a cork factory in Alburquerque, Spain, where they lived for 11 years. The activity was profitable, expanded, and soon they opened new cork factories in Portugal and Spain.
The family returned to Portugal in 1850 and settled in Estremoz, although not for long. Thomas and his namesake son did not settle easily and, driven by the same entrepreneurial spirit, set sail with the family towards New Zealand. The journey would last 130 long days, and with them travelled a vast flock of Merino sheep. They never returned to Portugal.
Robert remained in Estremoz, managing the family business, which he quickly expanded through the acquisition of new land and the production of quality wines — an activity he pursued with great dedication and passion. The Alentejo became the definitive home of the Reynolds in Portugal, and Robert its patriarch.
LOREM IPSUM
LOREM IPSUM ATE
Thomas J. Reynolds
1786 —1867
Robert Reynolds
1820 — 1873
Robert Reynolds
1856 — 1919
Carlos Reynolds
1884 — 1958
Gloria Reynolds
1911 — 2009
Julian Reynolds
1949
Carlos Reynolds
1985
THE CRADLE OF THE VINEYARD
It was here that Robert Rafael, Robert’s son, was born — the man who introduced Alicante Bouschet to Portugal and brought with him the concept of “French-style wines,” inspired by French elegance.
He was followed by Carlos and his daughter Gloria, both connected to the arts. Today, Julian Reynolds honours this family legacy with distinctive wines, including the iconic Gloria Reynolds.
COMMITMENT
THE COMMITMENT OF THE NEW GENERATIONS OF REYNOLDS WINE GROWERS
With over 200 years of tradition, the new generation of Reynolds Wine Growers keeps the family legacy alive, combining traditional methods with sustainable practices. In harmony with nature, it promotes a balanced ecosystem and environmental preservation for future generations.
We strive to express the very best of the Alto Alentejo terroir, crafting wines of excellence that reflect the authenticity of our land. At Reynolds, tradition and innovation walk hand in hand, ensuring a sustainable future for viticulture.
My great-great-grandfather, Robert H. Reynolds, was one of the pioneers of the cork industry, introducing innovative production systems as well as a financial model that enabled farmers to withstand the long wait involved in harvesting cork from the cork oak — a tradition that still endures.
My great-grandfather, Robert R. Reynolds, began cultivating wine grapes in a rational and methodical way, adapting grape varieties to the terroir and fermenting and ageing the grapes in wood in the Alto Alentejo during the second half of the 19th century. His aim was to emulate the great French “châteaux” producers, who were clients of the cork stoppers he produced.
This dream of excellence in Portugal continues with my son Carlos, the 7th generation of Reynolds Wine Growers, working with native and unique grape varieties such as Alicante Bouschet, introduced to the region by my great-grandfather.
Julian Reynolds
Executive President | Reynolds Wine Grower
