Vinho Verde means "Green Wine," but translates into "Young Wine".
The wine is released 3 to 6 six months after the grapes are harvested.
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is made from the grape Vinhão (aka Sousão).
The flavors are tart and high-acid like Gamay and Barbera.
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Thanks to its fruity character and high acidity, pairs well with a wide spectrum of food.
Cheese:
Any Mild Cheese.
Azeitão. Serra de Estrela. São Jorge.
Brie. Camembert.
Goat Cheese. Chèvre.
Swiss. Edam. Mild Munster and Cheddar.
Portoguese Specialities:
Leitão Assado (Suckling Pig)
Bacalhau (Salted Cod).
Pastel de Nata (Custard Tart).
Polvo à Lagareiro (Octopus/Olive oil/Potatoes).
Arroz de Marisco (Seafood Rice)
Arroz de Pato (Duck Rice)
Vinho Verde is not a grape. It is a DOC wine production region in northern Portugal.
Red, white, and Rosé Vinho Verdes are released 3 to 6 months after the grapes are harvested, and ment to be consumed young.
The majority of Vinho Verde wines are white (85%). With cool and wet climate up in the north, the soil is best for producing light and fresh wines with hight acidity.