Adega De Borba

What Adega De Borba does

Adega Cooperativa de Borba, CRL (trading as Adega de Borba) is a Portuguese wine cooperative founded on April 24, 1955, headquartered in Borba, in the Alentejo region. It operates as a Cooperativa de Responsabilidade Limitada (cooperative of limited responsibility) with approximately 270 associated winegrowers cultivating 2,220 hectares of vineyards (70% red, 30% white grape varieties). The cooperative is one of the ten largest wine producers in Portugal, with annual production averaging 10.7 million liters (2016-2020) and capacity infrastructure spanning 450,000 HL bulk storage, 900,000 kg/day grape reception, 6,500 tonnes fermentation capacity, and 7,000 pallets of finished product storage. Production is anchored by IFS Food and PSVA sustainability certifications and DOC Alentejo (Borba sub-region) controlled designation status.

The portfolio comprises 38 DOC Alentejo and Regional Alentejano wine references across 18+ sub-brands (Adega de Borba, Reserva 'Rótulo de Cortiçia' since 1964, Garrafeira, Vinhas do Mármore, Montes Claros, Quintas de Borba, Senses, Talhas de Borba, Nonsense, and others), plus 8 spirits (aguardentes bagaceiras and vinícas), licorosos (fortified wines), and 2 olive oil/vinegar products. Production technology includes Ganimede fermentation vats, GPS-based vineyard GIS for traceability, Wine & Grape Scan lab analysis, and modern IFS-certified bottling lines. Exports reach 35 countries, complemented by a domestic HORECA and retail distribution network.

The company generates revenue through three channels: (1) wholesale and retail wine/spirits/olive oil sales via distributors, retail chains, the winery's own e-commerce platform (adegaborba.pt), and on-site wine shop; (2) wine tourism experiences including guided visits, tiered tasting packages (€9.99-€20 per person), seminars, and an on-site restaurant; and (3) B2B partnerships and international export distribution. Wine tourism is a strategic pillar, recognized with back-to-back 'Cinco Estrelas Regiões' enotourism awards (2025-2026). Customer segments span individual wine consumers, HORECA buyers (hotels, restaurants, cafes), retail chains, and international export partners — supported by a horizontal segmentation approach.

Name

Adega De Borba

Legal name

Adega Cooperativa de Borba, CRL

Website

https://adegaborba.pt

Company type

Private

Founded year

1955

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Adega De Borba is a 270-member Portuguese wine cooperative in Borba, Alentejo, producing 10.7M liters annually across 38 DOC Alentejo wine references, spirits, and olive oil, exporting to 35 countries and serving HORECA, retail, and direct-to-consumer customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Winery / Wine Production

NAICS

Wineries (312130), Wineries (31213), Distilleries (31214), Wine and Distilled Alcoholic Beverage Merchant Wholesalers (42482), Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailers (445320), Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (7224)

SIC

Beverages (2080), Wholesale-Beer, Wine & Distilled Alcoholic Beverages (5180), Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Wine & Sparkling Wine Wineries & Brands (CRADAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wineries & Vineyards (Tasting Rooms) (THAFALAE), Distilleries (Tasting Rooms) (THAFALAG)

Keywords

• Portuguese wine production
• Doc alentejo wines
• Wine cooperative
• Wine tourism experiences
• Spirits and liqueurs

Headquarters

HQ city

Borba

HQ country

Portugal

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Wine Sales: Core revenue from producing and selling wines under multiple brands (Adega de Borba, Montes Claros, Quintas de Borba, Reserva Rótulo de Cortiça, Premium, Garrafeira, Senses, Talhas de Borba, and others). Includes DOC Alentejo certified wines and Regional Alentejano wines. Sales through own e-commerce, winery shop, domestic distribution, and exports to 35 countries.
2. Spirits and Liqueurs: Sales of aguardentes (bagaceiras), brandy reserves, and licoroso (fortified wines). Products include Aguardente Bagaceira Branca/Velha/Velhissima, Aguardente Vínica Reserva, and Licoroso Branco/Premium Tinto.
3. Olive Oil and Vinegar: Extra virgin olive oil and wine vinegar products under the Montes Claros brand, diversifying the product portfolio beyond wines.
4. Wine Tourism Experiences: Revenue from wine tourism activities including guided winery visits, wine tasting packages (9.99€ to 20€ per person), restaurant services, and tasting courses/seminars.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Adega de Borba is a wine cooperative that produces and sells DOC Alentejo and Regional Alentejano wines across 17 sub-brands (including Adega de Borba, Reserva 'Rótulo de Cortiça', Premium, Garrafeira, Montes Claros, Senses, Vinhas do Mármore, Talhas de Borba, NonSense, and others). The cooperative also produces aguardentes (spirits), licorosos (fortified wines), extra virgin olive oil, and wine vinegar, and operates wine tourism experiences including guided tastings, seminars, and an on-site restaurant.

Product overview

Adega de Borba is a wine cooperative offering a comprehensive portfolio of wine products organized across multiple sub-brands. The core offering includes the main Adega de Borba brand (red, white, rosé), complemented by premium tiers (Premium, Reserva/Rótulo de Cortiça, Garrafeira) and distinctive regional lines (Vinhas do Mármore, Quintas de Borba, Montes Claros, Talhas de Borba, Castelo de Borba, Convento da Vila, Alforge, Galitos). Single-varietal wines are offered under the Senses line, while NonSense represents experimental limited editions. Extended offerings include aguardentes (spirits), licorosos (fortified wines), olive oil and vinegar, and wine tourism experiences. The cooperative produces approximately 38 DOC Alentejo and Regional Alentejo wine references, 8 spirits products, and 2 olive oil/vinegar products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Adega de Borba: Main brand icon and symbol of the company and Borba region
• Adega de Borba Premium
• Adega de Borba Reserva
• Adega de Borba Garrafeira
• Adega de Borba Vinhas do Mármore
• Quintas de Borba
• Montes Claros
• Havendo Tempo
• Talhas de Borba
• Borbano
• Castelo de Borba
• Campus
• Senses
• NonSense
• Convento da Vila
• Alforge
• Galitos

Products and services

• Adega de Borba Wines (DOC Alentejo and Regional Alentejano) The flagship wine range of the cooperative, encompassing red, white, and ros\u00e9 wines from the Alentejo region sold under the main Adega de Borba brand and its 16 sub-brands (Premium, Reserva, Garrafeira, Vinhas do M\u00e1rmore, Quintas de Borba, Montes Claros, Havendo Tempo, Talhas de Borba, Borbano, Castelo de Borba, Campus, Senses, NonSense, Convento da Vila, Alforge, Galitos).
• Aguardentes (Spirits) Portfolio of traditional Portuguese spirits including Aguardente Bagaceira (Branca, Velha, Velhissima), Aguardente Vinica Reserva, and Aguardente Vinica Velhissima 1976, distilled and bottled under IFS Food certification at the Borba winery.
• Licorosos (Fortified Wines) Fortified dessert wines including Licoroso Branco and Licoroso Premium Tinto, included in the cooperative's IFS Food certified portfolio covering liqueur wines production and bottling.
• Azeite & Vinagre (Olive Oil and Vinegar) Extra virgin olive oil and wine vinegar products marketed under the Montes Claros brand, diversifying the cooperative's portfolio beyond wines.
• Enotourism (Wine Tourism Experiences) Wine tourism services including guided winery visits, wine tasting packages priced \u20ac9.99 to \u20ac20 per person, tasting courses, seminars, the winery's wine shop, and the on-site Restaurant Adega de Borba serving traditional Alentejo cuisine paired with cooperative wines. Combined experience with Casa Museu Interativa de Borba available.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30% reduction in total water consumption over 9 years
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Casa Museu Interativa de BorbaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Casa Museu E.M. Rézio for combined wine tourism experiences. The museum tells the story of the Rézio family, one of the 12 founding families of Adega Cooperativa de Borba, and the traditional talha winemaking method. Combined tour packages available at €20.
• Comissão Vitivinícola Regional Alentejana (CVRA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCVRA is the regulatory body for Alentejo wines. Adega de Borba participates in PSVA (Sustainability Program for Alentejo Wines), adheres to DOC Alentejo regulations, and benefits from CVRA's certification, promotion, and market development activities for Alentejo wines.
• TorrestirminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLogistics partner for product shipments and deliveries from the Adega de Borba online store. Handles transport of wine products to customers across Portugal mainland and islands.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Herdade da Malhadinha Nova: Boutique Alentejo producer with premium DOC Alentejo wines, on-site restaurant, wine tourism, and hospitality. Comparable in premiumization, single-region focus, and integration of wine tourism as a margin lever.
• Herdade do Esporão: Largest privately-held Alentejo wine producer with deep DOC Alentejo portfolio, own brand restaurants, wine tourism, and olive oil. Directly comparable to Adega de Borba in region, grape sourcing model, premium positioning, and experiential tourism strategy.
• Casa Santos Lima: Large Portuguese wine producer (Lisboa region) with broad multi-region portfolio and significant export presence. Comparable in scale, multi-brand DOC strategy, and export-driven distribution model across multiple markets.
• Herdade dos Grous: Alentejo winery with integrated wine tourism (restaurant, accommodation, horseback riding) and DOC Alentejo wines. Comparable in combining premium Alentejo production with strong wine tourism revenue streams.
• AdegaMãe: Large Portuguese cooperative winery (Adega Regional de Colares/Wine Ventures) producing DOC wines with broad distribution. Comparable cooperative structure, multi-brand DOC strategy, and on-site wine tourism offering.
• Herdade do Peso (Sogrape): Premium Alentejo producer under Sogrape focused on DOC Alentejo wines from the Vidigueira sub-region. Directly comparable DOC Alentejo positioning, premium portfolio, and export-oriented strategy.
• Casa Relvas: Alentejo family-owned producer with extensive DOC Alentejo portfolio, exports to 40+ markets, and wine tourism operations. Comparable in scale, export footprint, and Alentejo-focused brand portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Sogrape Vinhos: Portugal's largest wine group owning brands across multiple regions (including Herdade do Peso in Alentejo) and serving 100+ markets. Comparable as a Portuguese wine producer with export scale, brand portfolio depth, and wine tourism ambitions.

Regional players

• Quinta do Crasto: Premium Douro DOC producer with strong export presence and limited-edition bottlings. Comparable in premium Portuguese wine positioning, multi-brand portfolio, and export-driven model, though in a different DOC region.
• Quinta dos Carvalhais: Sogrape-owned premium producer in the Dão region. Comparable as a Portuguese premium wine producer with DOC certification, single-estate positioning, and export-oriented distribution, though focused on a different DOC region.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/adegadeborba
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/adega-de-borba

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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