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Wines like Avesso
A fuller-bodied Vinho Verde variety from the warmer inland Baião sub-region. Below: what to try next, grouped by the direction you want to travel.
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What do you like about Avesso?
Optional — the results below already work without it. But “I like Malbec” is at least four different preferences wearing one name, and saying which one you mean changes the answer substantially. Only qualities this wine actually has are offered.
What these words mean
- The tropical fruit
- Passionfruit, mango, pineapple, guava. It comes from riper fruit and warmer sites, and it is the difference between Marlborough and Sancerre in the same grape.
- The citrus and orchard fruit
- Lemon, lime, green apple, pear. The signature of a cool-climate white — quieter and less perfumed than tropical fruit, and a different thing from the acidity it usually travels with.
- How light it is
- A wine you can drink without it feeling like a commitment. Usually lower in alcohol as well as lighter in the mouth.
- That it is not too strong
- Alcohol you notice as warmth at the back of the throat. Some people find it a pleasant part of a big red and some find it tiring.
- That it is not oaky
- No barrel character — just the fruit and the acidity. Chablis and Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc are the reference points.
- That it is properly dry
- No perceptible sugar at all. Almost all red wine is dry and a good deal of white wine is not, which is why this is a more useful thing to say about a white than about a red.
Looking for something moving away from too tropical or sweet-smelling and too sharp or lemony.
Based on what you said
Ranked against the qualities you named rather than against the wine as a whole. The directions below are refined the same way.
Malvazija Istarska
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
- A little less tropical or sweet-smelling.
- About as sharp or lemony as the wine you started from.
Grenache Blanc
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
- About as tropical or sweet-smelling as the wine you started from.
- A little less sharp or lemony.
Istrian Malvazija
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
- A little less tropical or sweet-smelling.
- About as sharp or lemony as the wine you started from.
Marsanne
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
- About as tropical or sweet-smelling as the wine you started from.
- A little less sharp or lemony.
Roussanne
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
- About as tropical or sweet-smelling as the wine you started from.
- A little less sharp or lemony.
Sercial
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure, and both come from the same country.
- A little less tropical or sweet-smelling.
- About as sharp or lemony as the wine you started from.
Aidani
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
- About as tropical or sweet-smelling as the wine you started from.
- A little less sharp or lemony.
Treixadura
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
- A little less tropical or sweet-smelling.
- About as sharp or lemony as the wine you started from.
Closest overall
Nearest neighbours, no change of direction.
Closest matches
The nearest overall neighbours across structure and flavour, with no deliberate change of direction.
Malvazija Istarska
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Grenache Blanc
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and more neutral and subtle.
Istrian Malvazija
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Marsanne
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and more neutral and subtle.
Different grape, similar feel
Deliberately excludes the variety you already know, to find a genuinely new wine that fills the same role.
Malvazija Istarska
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Grenache Blanc
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and more neutral and subtle.
Istrian Malvazija
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Marsanne
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and more neutral and subtle.
Change the structure
Same idea, different weight, grip or freshness.
Similar but lighter
Keeps the character but reduces weight, alcohol and density in the mouth.
Müller-Thurgau
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Parellada
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Trebbiano Romagnolo
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Aidani
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and softer and rounder.
Similar but lower in alcohol
Holds the character and the weight where it can, and moves specifically on strength. Note that below about 11% the choices narrow sharply, and below 5% they are mostly a different category rather than a lighter version of the same one.
Parellada
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Trebbiano Romagnolo
Trebbiano Romagnolo scores closest to Avesso across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Müller-Thurgau
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Koshu
Koshu scores closest to Avesso across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Similar but fuller
Keeps the character but adds weight, concentration and mouthfeel.
Grenache Blanc
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and more neutral and subtle.
Marsanne
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and more neutral and subtle.
Roussanne
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and softer and rounder.
California Chardonnay
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more neutral and subtle.
Similar but less tannic
For readers who find firm reds drying. Reduces tannic grip while holding flavour and weight roughly steady.
Nothing in WineHQ's catalogue makes this move meaningfully from here. These are the closest wines otherwise, but do not expect them to deliver what you asked for — the honest answer is that this style does not have a good neighbour in that direction.
Grenache Blanc
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and more neutral and subtle.
Marsanne
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and more neutral and subtle.
Roussanne
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and softer and rounder.
Sémillon
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be more neutral and subtle, and fresher.
Similar but more structured
More tannic architecture, for food or for ageing.
Malvazija Istarska
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Istrian Malvazija
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Mtsvane Kakhuri
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and fresher.
Rkatsiteli
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Similar but fresher
Raises acidity and overall lift, usually by moving to a cooler-climate expression.
Sercial
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure, and both come from the same country.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and fresher and more acidic.
Ribolla Gialla
Ribolla Gialla scores closest to Avesso across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and fresher and more acidic.
Brda Rebula
Brda Rebula scores closest to Avesso across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and fresher and more acidic.
Rkatsiteli
Rkatsiteli scores closest to Avesso across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and fresher and more acidic.
Similar but softer
Lowers acidity and sharpness in favour of a broader, gentler feel.
Roussanne
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and fresher.
Grenache Blanc
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and more neutral and subtle.
Marsanne
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and more neutral and subtle.
Auxerrois
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and fresher.
The sparkling version
Moves to a sparkling expression while holding the flavour and weight as close as possible.
Glera
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Champagne
Champagne scores closest to Avesso across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and fresher and more acidic.
Cava
Cava scores closest to Avesso across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Crémant
Crémant scores closest to Avesso across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Similar but sweeter
Adds perceptible sweetness, which also softens acidity and chilli heat.
Aidani
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and softer and rounder.
Sémillon
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be more neutral and subtle, and fresher.
Sercial
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure, and both come from the same country.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Pinot Gris
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Change the flavour
Same shape, different aromatic character.
Similar but more oaky
Adds barrel character, toast and a creamier texture.
Sémillon
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be more neutral and subtle, and fresher.
Marsanne
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and more neutral and subtle.
White Bordeaux
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more herbal and green.
Roussanne
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and softer and rounder.
Similar but more aromatic
More to smell before you taste — floral, fruity or spiced aromatics.
Roussanne
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and softer and rounder.
Aidani
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and softer and rounder.
Mtsvane Kakhuri
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and fresher.
Hárslevelű
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and fresher.
Similar but more restrained
For readers who find intensely aromatic wines tiring over a whole glass. Keeps the structure, turns the volume down.
Sémillon
Sémillon scores closest to Avesso across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be more neutral and subtle, and fresher.
Chasselas
Chasselas scores closest to Avesso across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be more neutral and subtle, and fresher.
Palomino Fino
Palomino Fino scores closest to Avesso across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be more neutral and subtle, and softer and rounder.
Koshu
Koshu scores closest to Avesso across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be more neutral and subtle, and fresher.
Similar but more floral
Pushes specifically towards rose, violet, blossom and elderflower character.
Roussanne
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and softer and rounder.
Aidani
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and softer and rounder.
Mtsvane Kakhuri
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and fresher.
Hárslevelű
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and fresher.
Similar but more savoury
Moves away from primary fruit towards earth, herb, meat and umami character.
Sercial
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure, and both come from the same country.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Grenache Blanc
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and more neutral and subtle.
Istrian Malvazija
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Marsanne
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and more neutral and subtle.
Similar but fruitier
More obvious, generous fruit flavour, usually from a warmer climate.
Nothing in WineHQ's catalogue makes this move meaningfully from here. These are the closest wines otherwise, but do not expect them to deliver what you asked for — the honest answer is that this style does not have a good neighbour in that direction.
Malvazija Istarska
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Mtsvane Kakhuri
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and fresher.
Roussanne
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and softer and rounder.
Aidani
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and softer and rounder.
Change the place
Keep the grape, move it somewhere else.
Same grape, cooler climate
Typically fresher, lighter and more herbal, with lower alcohol.
Change the mood
Safer, stranger, cheaper or more serious.
A safe next step
Well-known wines that are widely available and unlikely to surprise anyone.
Pinot Gris
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
California Chardonnay
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more neutral and subtle.
Chardonnay
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Grüner Veltliner
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Something more adventurous
Less familiar wines that occupy similar territory — the interesting end of the shelf.
Malvazija Istarska
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Grenache Blanc
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and more neutral and subtle.
Istrian Malvazija
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Marsanne
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and more neutral and subtle.
A better-value alternative
Wines that occupy similar sensory territory from regions carrying less price premium. WineHQ does not hold live prices, so this reasons from regional reputation and demand rather than from a price feed — treat it as a lead, not a quote.
Malvazija Istarska
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Grenache Blanc
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and more neutral and subtle.
Istrian Malvazija
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Marsanne
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and more neutral and subtle.
A step up
The benchmark expressions of the same territory, usually with more concentration, structure and ageing potential.
California Chardonnay
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more neutral and subtle.
Chardonnay
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
White Burgundy
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Santorini Assyrtiko
Santorini Assyrtiko scores closest to Avesso across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more neutral and subtle.
Each suggestion is scored across sixteen taste dimensions, weighted so that structure matters more than flavour, and adjusted for whether the wine actually moves in the direction you asked for. Curated links from an editor carry extra weight — but only when the editor tagged them for this direction. Nothing here is a black box; see the taste model for the full method.