Casa de Vila Nova, Avesso, Vinho Verde, Portugal, 2015

An easy-drinking, well-priced Avesso that is enjoyable now but will develop over the short term. It's fermented and aged for a year in French oak then another year in bottle at the Lencastre family’s historic 12th century estate. It boasts flavours of spiced apple, ripe pear and juicy yellow plums on a creamy palate, enlivened by bright citrussy acidity. A stylish and versatile food wine.