Favonius is the name of the Roman God for the western wind that blows off of the Atlantic Ocean and is considered the mildest and most favorable of the directional winds, and the muse behind this Portuguese passion project.

Winemakers Rodrigo Martins and Pedro Cabanita met at University in Lisboa and became instant friends over their love of terroirs and shared philosophies on how to properly care for them. Together they lead with innovation and authenticity in everything that they put their heart into, whether producing wine, making music, playing rugby or being Super Dads, Rodrigo and Pedro are ALL IN on their dedication and perseverance. We instantly connected with them when we initially met and waited some years before we took our relationship to the next professional level. As friends turned business partners ourselves, we can relate to their ethos and company values.

Favonius wines are made from small plots in and around Armoreira and Alcobaca, both surrounding the Lisboa area and very close to famed massive surfing wave Nazaré. Through their knowledge and expertise in organic fertilizers and bio-stimulants Rodrigo and Pedro have managed to partner with the most serious of land-owners and cultivate trusting relationships which enable them to properly and sustainably nurture the vineyards for the long-term vision and health of the land. Their natural approach to cultivating the land and minimal winemaking highlights the local grape varieties of Touriga Nacional, Casetelão, Arinto and Fernão Pires. . We appreciate their overall dedication to making clean, fresh and stable natural wines that woo with soul and sense of place. Favonius champions native Portuguese varieties and are deep rooted in experience, knowledge, friendship, sustainability and well cultivated relationships. Authentic Wines for authentic people. Organically farmed. Minimal to Zero Sulfur added. All around natural beauties.