Casal Mendes Swt White 75cl
Pour this cold and the whole vibe softens. Casal Mendes Sweet White is a low-key, gently sweet Portuguese white that goes down soft and fruity, no big tannins, no homework. At 7% it sits light, so you can sip it slow on a warm Nairobi evening or hand it to the friend who swears they 'don't really like wine.' This is the bottle that wins them over.
Think ripe orchard fruit and a squeeze of citrus. The nose is bright and juicy, all orange peel and a little lemon over soft notes of berry and stone fruit. On the tongue it's gently sweet, never syrupy, with just enough freshness underneath to keep it lively and stop it feeling heavy. It finishes clean and fruity, the kind of easy sweetness that makes the second glass pour itself.
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Where it's from
This comes from Bacalhôa, one of Portugal's big, serious wine names, based down in Azeitão on the Setúbal Peninsula south of Lisbon. The Casal Mendes line kicked off back in the 80s and grew into a bit of an everyday favourite across Portugal. The sweet white is made the gentle way: grapes pneumatically pressed (a soft, low-pressure squeeze that keeps things fresh) and cool-fermented around 16°C to lock in all that fruit. Easygoing wine, made with proper care.
Good to know
- What is the price of Casal Mendes Swt White 75cl?
Casal Mendes Swt White 75cl is KSh 1,859 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for fast delivery across Nairobi, usually within the hour, or next day countrywide.
- What does Casal Mendes Sweet White 75cl taste like?
Light, soft and gently sweet, with juicy orchard fruit, orange and lemon, and a fresh, clean finish. No heavy tannins, very easy to drink.
- What is the ABV of Casal Mendes Sweet White?
It's 7%, which is low for a wine. That makes it light and sippable over a long evening.
- How do I serve it?
Well chilled, around 6 to 8°C, in a regular white wine glass. Cold really brings out the freshness.
- What food pairs with it?
Seafood, light salads, grilled chicken and spicy dishes all work. The gentle sweetness is great against a bit of chilli heat.
- Is it sweet or dry?
It's on the sweet side, gently sweet rather than sticky, with enough freshness to keep it balanced.
- Where is it from?
Portugal. It's made by Bacalhôa, a well-known producer based in Azeitão on the Setúbal Peninsula.
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Casal Mendes Swt White 75cl price in Kenya
Buy Casal Mendes Swt White 75cl online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 1,859. Order now for fast delivery across Nairobi — usually within 30 minutes — or next-day delivery countrywide.