Casa de Compostela Vinho Verde

A Portuguese wine that's your ideal summer wine. Opening Casa de Compostela Vinho Verde instantly makes the sun shine, even during the sometimes dreary Dutch summer. You'll instantly feel transported to Portugal, because with a Vinho Verde, you've got a true classic from this Southern European country. Refreshing and invigorating with delicate minerals. But above all, the incredibly thirst-quenching character of Casa de Compostela Vinho Verde makes even the most extreme heatwave wonderfully bearable.

The Portuguese wines of Casa de Compostela

The winery has existed for over 60 years, which is a long time by Portuguese standards, considering most wineries didn't even open until the late 1980s. Founded by Manuel Concalves, Casa de Compostela is one of the few wineries not yet absorbed by one of the large cooperatives. The winery has a whopping 40 hectares at its disposal, primarily located in northern Portugal. The vineyards in the Vinho Verde region are particularly captivating, as it is precisely there that the grapes for this excellent Casa de Compostela Vinho Verde are grown.

The smell and taste of Casa de Compostela Vinho Verde

Although Vinho Verde has been produced since 1908, Casa de Compostela consistently infuses this classic wine with a fresh, innovative character. The alcohol content is slightly higher thanks to the abundance of sunshine at Casa de Compostela. A subtle tingle is also striking, so subtle it can hardly be called sparkling. Nevertheless, Casa de Compostela Vinho Verde retains a classic flavor, with green notes easily interspersed with floral notes. White flowers, Granny Smith, and a hint of lime dance on the tip of the tongue. Thanks to its simple finish, Casa de Compostela Vinho Verde is versatile, and everyone in your party will appreciate it.