Vinho Verde Experience

cover photo courtesy of wines of Vinho Verde

Vinho Verde is a region in the northwest of Portugal. Although, predominently white wines, many of which are blends, single varieties and both red and rose' wines can also be found. Wines are typically light bodied, lower in alcohol and excellent with a variety of food pairings.

White varieties include: Alvarinho, Arinto, Avesso, Azal, Loureiro and Trajadura

Red varieties include: Espadeiro, Padeiro and Vinhao

I attended the Vinho Verde Experience in NYC in April. This was my first time tasting Vinho Verde, so I had a lot to learn.  During the event, I was able to talk to a couple of Sommeliers, along with winemakers and even the President of the Vinho Verde region.  

I would like to thank Kirsten Horner of Big Picture Media for making the arrangments so that I may attend.  

In this podcast I speak with:

1- Kara Joseph - Sommelier

2- Charles Springfield - Sommelier

3- Manuel Pinheiro - President of Vinho Verde region

4- Jose Oliveira - winemaker at ViniVerde

5- Vitor Silvio Cardadeiro - winemaker/owner at Reguengo de Melgaco

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