In the glass
Aroma: green apple, citrus blossom, fresh pear, herb
Palate: citrus, soft spritz, fresh acidity, saline edge
Avesso-led entry-tier blend from a 1790-founded Marco de Canaveses estate. Fresh, citrus-driven, classic Vinho Verde spritz.
What it pairs with
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Caldo verde
Kale soup needs bright acidity and the wine's faint spritz to lift the broth. -
Grilled white fish
Saline lift and citrus carry delicate fish without weight. -
Bolinhos de bacalhau
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Fried salt cod croquettes meet the wine's freshness cleanly.
History
Casa de Vilacetinho is one of the oldest documented Vinho Verde estates, founded in 1790 in Alpendurada, Marco de Canaveses. The entry-tier Vilacetinho Vinho Verde anchors the estate's range and showcases Avesso, the sub-region's signature grape.
- 1790 — Casa de Vilacetinho founded as one of the earliest Vinho Verde estates
Facts
- Producer
- Casa de Vilacetinho
- Grapes
- Avesso, Loureiro, Trajadura
- Classification
- Vinho Verde DOC
- Oak
- Stainless steel only, brief lees contact
- ABV
- 11.5%
- Price
- EUR 7 to 11 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1 to 3 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1790
Frequently asked about Vilacetinho Vinho Verde
What does Vilacetinho Vinho Verde taste like?
Green apple, citrus blossom, fresh pear and herb on the nose; citrus, soft spritz, fresh acidity and saline edge on the palate. Light-bodied with high acidity and a medium finish.
When should I drink Vilacetinho Vinho Verde?
Drink within 1 to 3 years of the vintage, well chilled to 8 to 10C.
What food pairs with Vilacetinho Vinho Verde?
Caldo verde, grilled white fish and bolinhos de bacalhau are all strong matches.
How old is Casa de Vilacetinho?
The estate was founded in 1790 in Alpendurada, Marco de Canaveses, making it one of the oldest documented Vinho Verde producers.