What are you going to be drinking this Sunday when its 84 degrees? … this delightful Portuguese white of course. This is a Vinho Verde which really means it is a white wine that can be made from several different varietals or a blend of. I have it on good authority this one is 100%Continue reading “Contacto Alvarinho 2023 – An absolute delight to drink.”
Tag Archives: Portuguese Wines
Prazo de Roriz 2021 – Douro. Exciting red that won’t break the bank.
The grapes were sourced primarily from Quinta de Roriz and the balance from Quinta da Perdiz and Cima Corgo and then aged in 400-liter French oak barrels for 6 months. I should also point out that the 2021 vintage was excellent and as good as the 2019 vintage- a vintage considered one of the best.Continue reading “Prazo de Roriz 2021 – Douro. Exciting red that won’t break the bank.”
Wine Regions You Should Explore- Portugal.
History of Wine Making. Portugal’s early wine history is dominated by outside influences, either by invading the country or by Trade Agreements, as the case with the British: The Phoenicians in the 10th century BC, the Greeks in the 7th century BC, the Romans in the 3rd Century BC and the Tartessians around 2000 BC.Continue reading “Wine Regions You Should Explore- Portugal.”
French Wine Classifications
I published this article a few years ago and have been asked several times in recent weeks to post it again … When I first decided to touch on the topic of French Wines, I thought it was a great idea and I slowly came to realize I’ve lost my mind. It is such anContinue reading “French Wine Classifications”
Vine to Table 