Gazela Vinho Verde Branco from Portugal's green northwest — very light citrine with a gentle natural spritz, bright citrus and tropical fruit on the nose with lively stimulating acidity balanced by a touch of sweetness, light, crisp, and refreshing from Sogrape's Quinta de Azevedo estate near Barcelos.
Tasting Notes
Very light citrine in colour with a gentle natural spritz that lifts the aromas. Bright citrus and tropical fruit on the nose with lively, stimulating acidity balanced by a touch of sweetness. Light, crisp, and refreshing on the palate. Vinho Verde — literally "green wine" — is Portugal's most distinctive white style, produced from native varieties in the cool, rainy northwest of the country. Gazela is produced at Sogrape's Quinta de Azevedo estate near Barcelos.
Quick Facts
- Grapes: Loureiro, Trajadura, Pedernã, Azal (indigenous Vinho Verde varieties)
- Origin: Portugal, Vinho Verde DOC (Quinta de Azevedo, Barcelos)
- Style: Dry white, lightly fizzy, fresh, Vinho Verde DOC
- Winemaking: Cool fermentation from indigenous grape varieties, natural spritz retained
Food Pairing
Aperitif, seafood, salads, and light fish dishes.
Serving
Serve at 6-8°C. Best served very well chilled.
About the Producer
Gazela is produced by Sogrape Vinhos at the Quinta de Azevedo estate in the Vinho Verde region of northwestern Portugal, one of the country's most distinctive and aromatic wine zones.