Waxy lemons with a hint of dried herbs, a hint of lime, a slight whiff of mint. Fresh, savoury, quite cool.
On the palate this is medium to light, juicy, fresh. A beautifully surprising 12.5% alc (for Alentejo!) clear, crisp, with great flow and a herby, slightly spicy finish.
Delightful!
A blend of Arinto, Antao Vaz and Viosinho. — 10 months ago
This time it was 👍 — 2 years ago
Unique amber nectar that aged amazingly - paired with Portuguese clams and shrimp risotto. — 3 years ago
Field blend of Rabigato, Códega do Larinho, Viosinho, Donzelinho and Gouveio from 80 years old vines on schist soils. Vineyard on the right bank of the Douro River, in the prime Cima Corgo zone, at an altitude of 400-600 metres. Fermented with indigenous yeasts and aged for 6 months in oak. Clean, precise nose with citrus (tangerine), floral notes and and subtle oak. Fresh, linear, medium bodied, dry. Good minerality and acidity. Very tasty — 4 years ago
Reminiscent of orange marmalade with almonds, hints of cinnamon and raisin; boozy. Cheaper bottle of port, but potential for a couple years of aging, I’d guess. — 5 years ago
Casa Velha – Douro Branco Blend – 2023
Douro DOC – Portugal 🇵🇹
Overview
A vibrant and character-driven Douro white made from 40% Gouveio, 40% Viosinho, and 20% Moscatel Galego Branco. Sourced from the historic Favaios plateau, this blend captures the freshness, floral lift, and mineral grace that define the best Portuguese whites — all while staying completely authentic to its indigenous roots.
Aromas & Flavors
Stone fruits (white peach, apricot), citrus peel, and yellow flowers, supported by a subtle touch of spice and a whisper of honeyed aromatics from the Moscatel component. Fresh, expressive, and pleasantly layered.
Mouthfeel
Medium-plus body with a refreshing backbone of acidity. Textured, lightly creamy, and rounded, finishing with a clean, persistent, almost saline brightness. A hint of oak adds charm without overwhelming.
Food Pairings
Grilled sardines, Portuguese cod dishes (bacalhau), garlic shrimp, Mediterranean salads, or soft cheeses. Excellent with light poultry and herb-driven seafood.
Verdict
A deliciously fresh and subtly complex Douro white that punches above its category. Indigenous varieties shine beautifully here, crisp, aromatic, and genuinely exciting. Vegan-friendly and wonderfully versatile at the table. Cheers! — 7 months ago
60% Viosinho, 40% Verdejo. clearly a food wine — 3 years ago
Sometimes you just want a good glass of white.
Citrus, stone fruit, stone. — 3 years ago
44% rabigato, 29% viosinho, 24% gouveio, 1% Fernão Pires — 4 years ago
Viosinho is a rare but exciting white grape variety, known for producing high quality wine - dry, flavoursome and well worth a try. €10.99 Lidl absolute bargain. — 5 years ago
Quinta da Costa do Pinhão Branco 2021 Douro — 9 months ago
love indigenous grape blends. 30% Rabigato, 30% Viosinho, 20% Arinto, 20% Gouvieo — a year ago
Smooth dry white wine, good value for money — 2 years ago
Crisp, almost effervescent — 3 years ago

Óptimo vinho com um sabor excepcional — 6 years ago
John Roselli
Good texture, rich flavor, matched most Thanksgiving foods — 7 months ago