White grape

Viosinho

Douro's Rising White Star

Viosinho is grown in Douro and Northern Portugal.

Tastes of
peach, citrus, floral and mineral
Goes with
grilled fish, seafood rice and light portuguese cuisine

Where it grows

Also Northern Portugal

The story

Viosinho is the Douro's most exciting white—producing aromatic wines rivaling great white Burgundy.

Insider story

Viosinho was nearly extinct. Visionary producers saved it.

The grape's combination of aromatics and structure is remarkable.

Technical deep dive

Aromatic whites with good structure and aging potential.

Flavor profile: peach, citrus, white flowers, mineral.

Industry secrets

Viosinho ages beautifully—10+ years for top examples.

The grape rivals Arinto as Portugal's finest white.

For collectors

Investment grade C+

Auction records
Top examples $40-60
Blue-chip producers
  • Niepoort
  • Wine & Soul
Value picks
Quality Douro Viosinho ($20-40)
Price trend
Rising.
Collector’s tip
Buy top producers.

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