Applications are open until the 18 June 2026, applications for the competition:

Support for Promotion and Communication in Third Countries: Support promotion and communication activities that contribute to the internationalisation and appreciation of Portuguese wines, through the opening and diversification of markets

Appropriation 13 million euros

Geographical Area of Markets Covered: Third countries, that is, all countries that do not belong to the European Union

Nature of Beneficiaries:

• Wine sector trade associations and professional organisations

• Enterprises, groups of enterprises or associations thereof, of any nature and legal form, provided they are related to the wine sector

• Interprofessional wine sector organisations

• Recognised producer organisations in the wine sector

• Public bodies directly related to the wine sector, under the terms of the applicable European regulations

Minimum Eligible Investment: 10 million euros

Support Fees: 60% of eligible expenditure (non-repayable grant)

Eligible Actions:

• Promotional, communication and advertising campaigns

• Participation in international trade fairs and events

• Tastings and sampling

• Business missions and market actions

Eligible Wines: The wines used in promotional activities must:

• To be produced within the national territory

• Intended for direct human consumption

• Integrate one of the following typologies:

  • Wines with Designation of Origin (DO)

  • Wines with Geographical Indication (GI)

  • Wines with a single-varietal label

Execution Period: 12 months, starting on 1 January 2026 and ending on 31 December 2026

Count on CONSULT to prepare your application!