Vinho Verde, Minho, Portugal
I don't know why I think of sweet wine as old fogie wine, but I do. And by sweet, I mean off-dry, which is what this wine really is. It just seems like it would be right at home at a bingo game. This Portuguese white wine hits 9.5% abv, as is typical in Vinho Verde, but sweet is not typical. It may be sweet, but it still has plenty of zip in the freshness department. The sweetness, by the way, comes as fruit, not sugar, much like an off-dry Riesling. There are tangerines on the nose and pears on the palate, but don't sniff or swish for much too complexity. Chill it and have it on the porch, while yelling at those kids to get off the lawn.
I don't know why I think of sweet wine as old fogie wine, but I do. And by sweet, I mean off-dry, which is what this wine really is. It just seems like it would be right at home at a bingo game. This Portuguese white wine hits 9.5% abv, as is typical in Vinho Verde, but sweet is not typical. It may be sweet, but it still has plenty of zip in the freshness department. The sweetness, by the way, comes as fruit, not sugar, much like an off-dry Riesling. There are tangerines on the nose and pears on the palate, but don't sniff or swish for much too complexity. Chill it and have it on the porch, while yelling at those kids to get off the lawn.
Lite and refreshing, slightly sweet. Perfect for easy days...
Lite and refreshing, slightly sweet. Perfect for easy days...
Feb 26th, 2020
Bright pink colored. Aromas of strawberries, peaches and sulfuric hint. Crisp, flavors of watermelon, red berries and nice refreshing finish. Not a bad little Vinho Verde.
Bright pink colored. Aromas of strawberries, peaches and sulfuric hint. Crisp, flavors of watermelon, red berries and nice refreshing finish. Not a bad little Vinho Verde.
Aug 15th, 2018
Cheaper wine that’s really fun to drink. Highly recommended.
Cheaper wine that’s really fun to drink. Highly recommended.
Jun 15th, 2018
Fresh, fruity & delicious sweet just like summer must be!
Fresh, fruity & delicious sweet just like summer must be!
Jul 23rd, 2016
