The legendary Douro boys were guests at the very first masterclass in 2010. Organised at the time by Dorli Muhr and Wine Partner. Dirk Niepoort, Quinta do Crastos Miguel Roquette, Francisco Ferreira (Quinta do Vallado), Francisco Olazabal (Quinta do Vale Meao) and Vale D Marias Cristiano van Zeller presented exclusively still wines to a select audience of experts.
The wines tasted included:
- Quinta do Vale Meao 2004 und 2005
- Niepoort Batuta 2001
- Vale D Maria CV 2004
- Vallado Adelaide 2005
- Quinta do Crasto Maria Teresa 2003
- Niepoort Charme 2006
- Vale D Maria Vinha do Rio 2009 cask sample
- Vallado Touriga Nacional 2005
- Quinta do Crasto Ponte 2000