Aveleda S.A is owned by the same family, the Guedes, for 5 generations. Today, the company is run by two descendants of the 5th generation of the family, António Azevedo Guedes and Martim Guedes. Since its foundation in 1870, the passion for winemaking, for the sustainable treatment of the surrounding environment, for biodiversity and for the attention to detail are still the guiding principles of the group. These pillars are at the core of the production of quality wines and creation of renowned brands like Aveleda, Adega Velha, Quinta Vale D. Maria, Quinta D'Aguieira Follies and Casal Garcia. The group is active in 3 different wine regions in Portugal, Douro, Vinho Verde and Bairrada wine regions. The company is the biggest producer and exporter of Vinho Verde in Portugal, exporting to more than 80 countries all over the world.