Casal Garcia Vinho Verde Rosé (75cl, 9%)

Casal Garcia Vinho Verde Rosé is a light, off-dry Portuguese rosé from the Vinho Verde DOC, bottled at 9% ABV in a 750ml format. It is produced by Aveleda. The rosé is made from the indigenous Vinhão grape, pressed at low pressures. The must is clarified, fermented at controlled temperatures, then filtered and cold stabilised before bottling to retain light effervescence and freshness. The nose opens with bright raspberry and strawberry, followed by lemon zest and a faint suggestion of cocktail cherries. The palate is tangy and sharp, with ripe red-berry fruit, restrained sweetness and lively acidity. The finish is moderate, trailing off on strawberry-sherbet and mineral-edged freshness.