Vinho Verdes are my preferred summer beach wine. Their low alcohol, fresh flavors, and appropriateness for serving at cold temperatures makes them ideal crowd pleasers. In this Vinho Verde, I found notes reminiscent of honeysuckle, melon, and red apple. If you are seeking an above average Vinho Verde, this is an outstanding choice. My pro-tip after 12 years of drinking this style of wine and 2 years living in Portugal is this: Look for Vinho Verdes with both vintage and grape’s listed on the label, as both are indicators of quality.
Quinta de Azevedo, Vinho Verde DOC (Portugal) 2020
By Vince Simmon