Also known as Minho
Portugal's green northwest — zesty, low-alcohol whites made for summer.
In Portugal's rainy, lush north, 'green wine' refers to the young, fresh style and the landscape — not the colour. Classic Vinho Verde is light, lightly spritzy and citrusy, while top Alvarinho from Monção e Melgaço is richer and more serious.
Country
Portugal
Climate
Cool, rainy Atlantic
Key grapes
Albariño
Areas to know
4
Sub-regions and appellations you'll see on the label.
Monção e Melgaço
Alvarinho's top subregion
Lima
Floral Loureiro
Basto
Inland — Avesso and Azal
Amarante
Warmer inland valley
Local classics and safe bets.
Say it at the table
“Vinho Verde means 'young wine' — light, zesty and a little spritzy. Summer in a glass, perfect with seafood.”
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