A return to Vinho Verde’s origins. Back then, the name Vinho Verde was not used – ‘Pardusco’ was the name given to red wines with a translucent, brick red colour and lower alcohol content. They were known to travel well, and were well known in England. a blend of local varietals: 40% Brancellao, 30% Caíño Tinto, 30% Pedral.
A garnet-ruby red in the glass. Scented with raspberry, cherry and pomegranate. There is also a hint of floral and spices on the nose. A pleasant rustic simplicity into the palate, with a balance between acidity, tannin and some savoury tones that take in tomato leaf, tamarillo, rosehip and more of that chilli-flecked spiciness. This will work well (best?) chilled in a Beaujolais vein, and shares some characteristics with the Gamay wines from that region. The finish is dry, clean and succulent. 91pts
