Ambassador Pat’s wine adventure day 18-21

Day 18 Quinta da Calçada Exuberant Another wine from the Vino Verde region, a blend of Alvarinho, Loureiro and Azal. No oak used in the making of this wine so it produces a very fresh style of wine (dare I say it has exuberance?!). Crisp fruit notes of citrus and...

Ambassador Pat’s wine adventure day 15-17

Day 15 Kasta White A really popular and very approachable white wine from the Douro. A wine blended from classic white grapes from that region, Viosinho, Rabigato and Gouveio. A lovely mouthfeel with tropical fruit and peach notes and a pleasant finish. Nicely...

Ambassador Pat’s wine adventure day 12-14

Day 12 Velhos Tempos This is from the Lisboa region, about 60km to the east of Lisbon. Made from 100% Arinto, it has an unusual but pleasant aroma, with very crisp, lovely, sharp citrus notes, and a slight mineral quality. Well balanced and a surprisingly easy drink...