COLOUR
Rosé
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
100% Baga
PRODUCER
Luis Pato Vinhos S.A.
REGION
Bairrada
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Informal Espumante Rosado Bruto is a distinctive sparkling rosé from Bairrada, Portugal, produced by the renowned winemaker Luis Pato. It is made exclusively from 100% Baga grapes, a variety typically used for still red wines, sourced from the chalky-clay soils of the Panasqueira vineyard. The wine's name, 'Informal,' was inspired by a friend's suggestion and serves as a lighthearted contrast to Pato's more serious 'Formal' red wine, with its crown cap further emphasizing its approachable nature. Luis Pato is recognized for his role in modernizing Bairrada winemaking and championing the Baga grape, drawing on a family winemaking history that spans centuries. The wine is produced using the traditional method and is notable for its exceptionally long aging period on lees, which contributes significantly to its complexity.
ALCOHOL
12.1%
AVG. PRICE
€24
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named 'Informal' as a playful counterpoint to Luis Pato's serious 'Formal' red wine.
Fact 02
Uses 100% Baga grapes, a variety typically reserved for still red wines.
Fact 03
Can age on lees for up to 10 years, developing remarkable complexity.
Fact 04
The early harvest of Baga grapes for this wine also serves as a 'green harvest' for a red wine.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Informal Espumante Rosado Bruto is produced using the traditional method, involving a secondary fermentation in the bottle to create its effervescence. The Baga grapes undergo a short maceration period to achieve their rosé color before primary fermentation in stainless steel tanks. A key aspect of its production is the early harvest of these grapes, which also serves as a green harvest for Luis Pato's red wines. Following the traditional method, the wine then undergoes an exceptionally long aging period on its lees, often lasting several years, which is crucial for developing its complex character, creamy texture, and fine bubbles. The wine is then disgorged before release.
