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Structure
Drinking window
Best 1 to 2 years from vintage.
vintage1 yrs2 yrs8 yrs
Critic scores
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In the glass
Aroma: sour cherry, violet, fresh red berry, spice
Palate: red berry, tangy acidity, soft tannin, light spritz
Light, low-alcohol red Vinho Verde from Vinhao. Tart cherry and violet aromatics with a soft spritz, best served chilled, the classic Minho summer red.
What it pairs with
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Grilled chorizo
Tart Vinhao and smoky pork sausage echo each other. -
Tripas a moda do Porto
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The Minho red carries chorizo-laced tripe stew with bright acidity. -
Sardine sandwich
Oily fish and tart red are a regional pairing classic.
History
Vinhao is the signature red grape of Vinho Verde, used historically for the dark, low-alcohol regional reds. Via Latina's Vinhao expression has anchored Vercoope's red range since launch.
- 1990: Via Latina Vinhao introduced as the cooperative's flagship red
Facts
- Producer
- Vercoope · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Vinhao (100%)
- Classification
- Vinho Verde DOC
- Oak
- Stainless steel only, no oak
- ABV
- 10.5%
- Price
- EUR 5 to 8 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1 to 2 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1990
Frequently asked about Via Latina Vinhao
What does Via Latina Vinhao taste like?
Sour cherry, violet, fresh red berry and spice on the nose; red berry, tangy acidity, soft tannin and a light spritz on the palate. Light-bodied with low tannins and high acidity.
When should I drink Via Latina Vinhao?
Drink within 1 to 2 years of the vintage, served chilled to 12 to 14C, the classic Minho summer red treatment.
What food pairs with Via Latina Vinhao?
Grilled chorizo, tripas a moda do Porto and sardine sandwiches are all strong regional matches.
Why is Via Latina Vinhao served chilled?
Vinhao's high acidity and low alcohol show best at 12 to 14C, the traditional Minho service temperature for a region where reds are drunk cool.
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