Chestnut honey is produced in the mountainous areas of the region called cold lands of Tres os montes, Vinhais ,
characterized by extensive chestnut plantations.
It is a very nutritious honey and very popular because of its mineral salt content.
It is dark amber in colour;
light aroma; bitter-sweet aftertaste; coarse texture with a bit of a tendency to crystallize.
It is unique in its distinct flavor.