Portal Da Calçada, 'Patusco' Vinho Verde, NV, Vinho Verde (DOC)

'One-Liner'
A light, lively Vinho Verde with citrus fruit, a gentle spritz and a seriously easy-going charm.

Tasting Note
Pale citrus-yellow in the glass, with a slight petillant lift. The nose is fresh and fruity, leaning into lemon, grapefruit and green orchard fruit. On the palate it is light, crisp and bright, with plenty of citrusy freshness and a soft, delicate fizz that keeps it playful rather than frothy. Clean, zesty and made for drinking chilled.

Country: Portugal
Region: Vinho Verde DOC
Sub-Region: n/a
Grape(s): 25% Loureiro, 25% Arinto, 25% Azal, 25% Trajadura
ABV: 11%
Friendly: Vegan, Vegetarian

Awards & Critics' Scores
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The Story
Patusco comes from Portal da Calçada, part of the Quinta da Calçada story in the heart of the Vinho Verde region. The producer presents it as a relaxed, convivial style of Vinho Verde, built around freshness, citrus fruit and that gentle petillant touch the category does so well. It’s very much a bottle for easy drinking rather than overthinking – bright, youthful and ideal for lighter food or an aperitif.

Perfect With... (click me for the recipe)
- Meat/fish: Garlic prawns with lemon and parsley
- Vegetarian: Courgette, Pea and Lemon Risotto
- Vegan: Chickpea, Fennel and Orange Salad with Herbs