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Wines of the Week:
Vivacious Vinho Verde

Vinho Verde wines aren't actually green, despite what their name might imply to some. They're "green" in that they are young wines, but even at their tender age, many are very alluring, especially at their price points. Here are a handful that our tasting panel recently enjoyed:

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Dom Diogo 2014 Arinto Vinho Verde
Winery: Dom Diogo
Grape(s): 100% Arinto

Region: Basto, Portugal
Year: 2014

Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price:
10-15

Review:
A lively nose of lemon, white peach, and pineapple pulls one into a glass. Citrus, peach, and tropical flavors intermingle on the palate. Trademark effervesces and inviting flavors are sure to please Vinho Verde lovers.
Rating: 90

Arca Nova 2015 Vinho Verde
Winery: Arca Nova
Grape(s): Loureiro 50%, Arinto 40%, Trajadura 10%

Region: Basto, Portugal

Year: 2015

Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price:
5-10

Review:
Inviting aromas of apples and pears rise up from a glass. Elements of green apple, crisp pear, and tropical fruit emerge on the palate. Refreshing and bright, it's an ideal aperitif.
Rating: 88

Encostas do Lima 2015 Vinho Verde
Winery: Encostas do Lima
Grape(s): 80% Loureiro and 20% Trajadura

Region: Portugal

Year: 2015

Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price:
5-10

Review:
The nose offers a mingling of citrus fruits and peaches with a hint of minerals. A chorus of lime, peach, and tart apple are in harmony on the palate. With it's crisp and lively character, a grilled white fish, like tilapia would make a very nice pairing.
Rating: 88

Quinta de Santiago 2015 Alvarinho
Winery: Quinta de Santiago
Grape(s): 100% Alvarinho

Region: Portugal

Year: 2015

Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price:
10-15

Review:
Tropical and stone fruits pull one into a glass. A sip brings forth flavors of peach and pineapple along with traces of apple skin and white blossoms. A wine with compelling flavors and a little bit of roundness on the palate, enjoy a bottle next time you have grilled shrimp.
Rating: 89

By Jason Barlow

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Ratings Key:
96 — 100
Spectacular
92 — 95
Outstanding
89 — 91
Great
85 — 88
Good
81 — 84
Solid

*Wines rated with a "+" need a bit more time to reach peak quality
but will do so over the coming years

 

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