In the glass
Aroma: green apple, lime, white flower, yeasty toast
Palate: citrus, fine mousse, fresh acidity, soft finish
Traditional-method sparkling from the Vercoope cooperative footprint. Citrus and yeast-driven, fine mousse at an approachable price.
What it pairs with
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Oysters
Brisk acidity and the saline edge mirror raw oysters. -
Light tapas spread
A versatile sparkling carries cold and warm small plates equally well. -
Aperitif
Soft mousse and bright acidity make a clean aperitif before dinner.
History
Via Latina Espumante was added to the Vercoope range as Vinho Verde producers explored bottle-fermented sparkling alongside still wines.
- 2005 — Via Latina Espumante released in the Vercoope range
Facts
- Producer
- Vercoope
- Grapes
- Loureiro, Trajadura, Arinto
- Classification
- Vinho Espumante de Qualidade
- Oak
- Traditional method with second fermentation in bottle
- ABV
- 11.5%
- Price
- EUR 8 to 12 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1 to 4 from disgorgement
- First vintage
- 2005
Frequently asked about Via Latina Espumante Branco Seco
What does Via Latina Espumante taste like?
Green apple, lime, white flower and yeasty toast on the nose; citrus, fine mousse, fresh acidity and a soft finish on the palate. Light-bodied with high acidity and a medium finish.
When should I drink Via Latina Espumante?
Drink within 1 to 4 years of disgorgement, well chilled to 6 to 8C.
What food pairs with Via Latina Espumante?
Oysters, tapas spreads, and aperitif moments are all strong matches.
How is Via Latina Espumante made?
Traditional method with second fermentation in bottle, sourced from the Vercoope cooperative's regional grower base.