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Vinho Verde, SOL REAL - 2022

Name: Vinho Verde, SOL REAL
Brand: Quinta da Lixa
SKU: 39020
Price: 8.96 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Item # 39020 750mL

Vinho Verde is the epitome of a warm weather wine. It comes in many colors however this white style is the dominant version you'll find.

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Color

White

Vintage

2022

Country

Portugal

Region

Minho

Producer

Quinta da Lixa

Grape Variety

Arinto

Loureiro

Trajadura

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Staff Pick Notes

As one of the most inexpensive wines we sell, I wasn't expecting too much from this bottle, but wow was I impressed when I cracked it open on a hot afternoon. Notes of green apples, lime and grapefruit, with a dash of white pepper and cool minerality make it is a crisp, very enjoyable wine. Being light in alcohol at 9.5% makes it perfect for any daytime occasion. Bring it to the beach, a sunny picnic in the park, a rooftop get together, or have it to just quench your thirst at home. While at this ABV food isn't necessarily required, a fresh salad or grilled sardines would make a great combo. Don't think twice and pick up multiple bottles of this, as the price is right.

- MM

Glossary

Arinto

A white grape variety grown in Portugal, known for producing wines with lots of juicy citrus acidity. When a component of Vinho Verde, it is called Pedernã.

Portugal

The Dão and the Douro are the most important regions as far as red Portuguese table wine is concerned. Douro wines tend to be a bit fuller and fleshier than their Dão counterparts, which are generally lighter and higher in acidity. Reds from both regions are dense, rustic, and well-balanced. They also show their terroir quite clearly, and represent a great alternative to the modern fruit-driven style. Vinho Verde is Portugal’s most famous white wine. Literally translated as "green wine," it...