Tag Archives: Vinho Verde DOC

Pluma, Casa de Vila Verde, Vinho Verde DOC, Portugal, 10.5% abv.

Posted on July 23, 2015 by

There at the Wines of Portugal – Vancouver tasting table #40 was Ricardo Jorge Pinto Correia, the Director of Casa Santos Lima with a line up of wines to show Vancouver. Friendly, unflappable and enthusiastic about his wares, Ricardo happily explained … Continue reading →

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Casal Garcia, Vinho Verde DOC, Portugal, 9.5% abv, C$12.75 ++

Posted on July 18, 2015 by

Young and refreshing – just as promised in Portuguese on the label!  This is cheap and cheerful at its best. Vinho Verde literally means ‘green wine’ but refers to the fact that it’s supposed to be enjoyed young.  Make sure … Continue reading →

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