vinho verde
young wine / green wine
Advanced Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ˈvi.ɲu ˈveɾ.dɨ/
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Cultural Note
Vinho verde ('green wine') does not refer to color but to the wine's youth — it is released 3-6 months after harvest. Produced exclusively in northwestern Portugal's Minho region, it is light, slightly effervescent, and low in alcohol. It can be white, red, or rosé, though white is most exported.
📝 Example Sentences
O vinho verde combina bem com marisco.
Vinho verde pairs well with seafood.
Este vinho verde tem uma ligeira efervescência.
This vinho verde has a slight fizz.
A região do Minho produz o melhor vinho verde.
The Minho region produces the best vinho verde.