Exploring Portugal’s Vinho Verde

Get to know this historic region for Portuguese white wines

From left to right: Maria João, Maria Palmira Cedeira, and António Luís stand together in a Soalheiro vineyard in Vinho Verde, Portugal.
Soalheiro’s Maria Palmira Cerdeira (center), with her children Maria João and António Luís, made highly rated wines in this report. (Courtesy of Soalheiro)

With the release of the 2022 and 2023 vintages from Portugal’s small but mighty Vinho Verde region, winegrowers across the appellation continue to prove that their lesser-known (but no less tasty) blends of white varietals such as Alvarinho, Arinto and Avesso grapes are worthy of note. Read senior editor Alison Napjus’ tasting report for scores and tasting notes from Vinho Verde’s recently released vintages.

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