Quinta d’Amares, Dunas Vinho Verde Branco, 2024, Vinho Verde (DOC)

'One-Liner'
Lively northern Portuguese white – floral citrus, light body, crisp finish.

Tasting Note
Pale straw with a greenish flicker. The nose is fresh and lightly floral, with citrus and gentle tropical hints. The palate is bright and refreshing – light in body, zippy in acidity and clean through the finish. Chill well and drink young.

Country: Portugal
Region: Vinho Verde DOC
Sub-Region: n/a
Grape(s): Loureiro, Arinto
ABV: 10%
Friendly: Vegan

Awards & Critics' Scores
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The Story
'Dunas' is bottled for Quinta d’Amares in the Vinho Verde region of northern Portugal, where Atlantic influence and granite-rich soils favour naturally fresh, low-alcohol whites. The style is all about youthful aromatics and crisp acidity – stainless-steel winemaking and early bottling to capture vibrancy.

Perfect With... (click me for the recipe)
- Fish: Garlic prawns with lemon & parsley over tomato rice – citrusy lift and bright acidity love simple seafood.
- Vegetarian: Grilled courgette, pea & mint orzo with lemon zest – green, fresh flavours to match the wine’s light, zippy profile.
- Vegan: Crispy chickpea, roasted pepper & herb salad with olive oil and lemon – bright, crunchy and citrus-led to echo the finish.