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Vinho Verde

/ ˌviːnjəʊ ˈvɜːdɪ /

noun

  1. any of a variety of light, slightly sharp-tasting wines made from early-picked grapes in the Minho region of NW Portugal
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of Vinho Verde1

Portuguese, literally: green (or young) wine
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Example Sentences

Vinho Verde wines come from northern Portugal and are typically blended—not to mention bargains—with low alcohol and a hint of effervescence.

From Salon

Ben Mitas sipped Vinho Verde from a stemmed wineglass while he watched his daughter play on a swing one afternoon in January.

Spritzy White Wine and its sibling, Spritzy Rosé Wine, are the canned versions of Broadbent Vinho Verde, the popular private label from importer Bartholomew Broadbent.

This week’s offering includes a canned version of a popular vinho verde.

Vinho verde has become Portugal’s best contribution to summer since the Port Tonic cocktail.

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