Encostas do Lima

Minho rosé from native Portuguese grapes, rated by major critics.

Encostas do Lima sits in the Minho subregion of Vinho Verde, Portugal's northernmost wine territory. The winery produces rosé from a blend of Espadeiro, Caiño tinto, and Souzao—grapes native to the Atlantic-influenced landscape where cool temperatures and high humidity shape the character of wines. The rosé demonstrates the precision and balance that define quality Vinho Verde production: delicate structure, natural acidity, and the mineral edge of a maritime climate. Wine Advocate, Decanter, Wine Spectator, and Wine Enthusiast have all assessed the winery's output, reflecting its standing among serious producers in a region known for its distinctive, food-friendly whites and increasingly refined alternative styles.