Aphros TEN DOC 2023

Wine Description for Aphros TEN DOC 2023 by Aphros Wine

Colour & Appearance

Pale greenish-yellow with youthful brilliance – the colour promises exactly what Vinho Verde should be: fresh, lively and carefree.

Nose

Refreshing and bright, the nose presents itself with floral notes and citrus aromas. A fine stony minerality in the background lends the bouquet surprising depth and complexity, rarely found at this price point.

Palate

Here Vasco Croft’s signature shines through: the Aphros TEN is typically atypical for Vinho Verde. The crisp acidity and moderate alcohol content of 10% follow regional tradition, yet instead of the usual sparkling sweetness of commercial bottlings, this wine offers dry elegance with silky texture and medium body. Not a wine for point-chasers, but an authentic, aromatic drinking pleasure with outstanding value for money.

Finish

Medium-length and refreshing, with persistent citrus freshness and mineral aftertaste. The wine immediately invites you to take another sip.

Terroir & Origin

From Vinho Verde, an Atlantic-influenced region in northern Portugal, where the green landscape gave the region its name. Vasco Croft manages his vineyards biodynamically – a remarkable achievement in this rainy region that deserves respect.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Made exclusively from Loureiro, one of the two star varieties of Vinho Verde alongside Alvarinho. Loureiro naturally produces crisp white wines with plenty of texture – exactly what Croft brings to the fore here with biodynamic care.

Food Pairing Recommendations

An ideal companion to grilled fish, seafood, salads with citrus dressing or light starters. Also excellent with sushi or ceviche. Perfect as an uncomplicated aperitif on warm summer evenings.

Special Features

Biodynamic viticulture in one of Europe’s most challenging wine regions. An honest, artisanally produced Vinho Verde that demonstrates what the region has to offer beyond industrial mass production.