Vinho Verde

/ ˌviːnjəʊ ˈvɜːdɪ /

noun

any of a variety of light, slightly sharp-tasting wines made from early-picked grapes in the Minho region of NW Portugal

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Word History and Origins

Origin of Vinho Verde¹

Portuguese, literally: green (or young) wine

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Vinho Verde wines come from northern Portugal and are typically blended—not to mention bargains—with low alcohol and a hint of effervescence.

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Ben Mitas sipped Vinho Verde from a stemmed wineglass while he watched his daughter play on a swing one afternoon in January.

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Spritzy White Wine and its sibling, Spritzy Rosé Wine, are the canned versions of Broadbent Vinho Verde, the popular private label from importer Bartholomew Broadbent.

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This week’s offering includes a canned version of a popular vinho verde.

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Vinho verde has become Portugal’s best contribution to summer since the Port Tonic cocktail.

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