João Portugal Ramos Alvarinho (Vinho Verde) 75cl
Pour this cold and the first thing you get is a zing of citrus and a little salty snap, like sea air in a glass. It's bone dry, properly fresh, with enough texture that it doesn't feel thin or boring. This is the white you grab when it's warm out, the music's on, and you want something that actually wakes your mouth up. Lighter on its feet than most Chardonnay, way more interesting than your usual Sauvignon. Trust us on this one.
Smells like grapefruit zest and white flowers, with a flinty, almost-mineral edge underneath. On the palate it's all bright citrus and a soft bite of white peach skin, then that salty minerality carries through to a long, clean, dry finish. The acidity is the star here. It keeps everything crisp and makes your mouth water for the next sip. No sweetness, no oak bomb, just a textured, lively white that means business.
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Where it's from
This comes from Monção e Melgaço, a tiny pocket in the far north of Portugal's Vinho Verde country, right up against the Spanish border. It's the spiritual home of the Alvarinho grape, where granite soils and a cool, green climate give the wine that electric acidity and saline kick. The man behind it, João Portugal Ramos, is one of Portugal's most respected winemakers, with wineries spread across the country. The grapes here are hand-picked, fermented cool and slow over a couple of weeks, then rested in stainless steel to keep it bright and pure. First made in 2012, it's become a benchmark for what northern Portuguese white can do.
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- What is the price of João Portugal Ramos Alvarinho (Vinho Verde) 75cl?
João Portugal Ramos Alvarinho (Vinho Verde) 75cl is KSh 5,399 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for delivery in 30 minutes for most areas in Nairobi, or next day countrywide.
- What does João Portugal Ramos Alvarinho 2017 75cl taste like?
Dry, fresh and textured. Think grapefruit zest, white flowers, a touch of white peach and a salty mineral snap, all carried by zippy acidity to a long clean finish.
- What is the ABV of João Portugal Ramos Alvarinho?
It's 13% ABV, a medium-strength dry white in a 750ml bottle.
- How do I serve it?
Chill it well, around 8 to 10°C, and pour into a white wine glass. No decanting, just drink it fresh and cold.
- What food pairs with João Portugal Ramos Alvarinho?
Anything from the sea loves it. Grilled prawns, oysters, fish, sushi and ceviche, plus lemony chicken nyama choma or goat cheese.
- Where is it from?
From Monção e Melgaço in the far north of Portugal, the home turf of the Alvarinho grape in the Vinho Verde region. Made by acclaimed winemaker João Portugal Ramos.
- Is this wine sweet or dry?
Fully dry. There's a hint of ripe fruit on the nose, but the finish is clean and crisp with no sweetness.
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João Portugal Ramos Alvarinho (Vinho Verde) 75cl price in Kenya
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