strAv3L: Vinho Verde (Young Wine)

Vinho Verde or Young Wine is a Portuguese wine from the northern region of Minho. It owes its name because it is bottled and consumed within short time in opposition to mature wine.

There are several types of it but the most common and appreciated is the young white wine.

There are many good brands and producers and a big range of prices with very good quality. We could mention Alvarinho, Muralhas de Monção or even a most "commercial" brand like Gazela.

Today we suggest Tormes, which has an excellent relation price/quality and comes from the vineyards and cellars that once bellonged to the Portuguese writer Eça de Queirós and that now are managed by the Foundation Eça de Queirós. It's made from Avesso and Arinto grapes, with a taste of pears, apples and cantaloupe. Its flavour is both dry and refreshing.

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