Portugal Flashcards
1
Q
Please explain Vinho Verde
A
The classic Vinho Verde is pale lemon colour, high in acidity and low in alcohol 8% to 11.5%abv
Lower alcohols are usually off dry.
If grape and sub region mention on label it can go to 14 %abv
White grapes louder and arinto.Slightly sparkling.
Vinho Verde Alvarinho is 100% Alvarinho sub region Monçao e Melgaço 11.5% to 14%abv
2
Q
What is the name of the grape has red juice
A
Alicante Bouschet