what is green wine

Vinho Verde, often translated as "green wine," is a unique Portuguese wine that is not actually green in color. The term "green" refers to its slightly effervescent, fresh liveliness, and the fact that it is usually bottled and consumed young. It is a crisp, aromatic, low-alcohol wine, typically white but also available in red and rosé varieties. The name "Vinho Verde" is derived from the historic Minho province in Portugal, and it is not a grape variety but a DOC for the production of wine. The white wines are known for their lemon- or straw-colored appearance, with fruity and floral aromas, and are made from local grape varieties such as Alvarinho, Loureiro, Arinto, Trajadura, Avesso, and Azal. The red and rosé Vinho Verde wines are less common than the white ones, and they are also slightly sparkling, with wine being released three to six months after the grapes are harvested