COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Baga
PRODUCER
Luis Pato
REGION
Bairrada
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Vinhas Velhas Baga Luis Pato 2019 is a red wine from the Bairrada DOC in Portugal, produced by Luis Pato. The name 'Vinhas Velhas' signifies that the wine is made from old vines, a practice championed by Pato. Luis Pato is a renowned winemaker in Portugal, often referred to as the 'King of Baga,' known for his dedication to this indigenous grape and his innovative approach to winemaking. The Bairrada region, with its clay-limestone soils, provides a distinctive terroir for the Baga grape. The wine is a testament to Pato's mastery in expressing the unique character of Baga from old vines.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
NO
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vinhas Velhas means 'old vines' in Portuguese.
Fact 02
Luis Pato is a trained chemical engineer.
Fact 03
Baga is known for its high acidity and firm tannins.
Fact 04
Pato sometimes labels his wines as 'Regional Beiras' for creative freedom.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Vinhas Velhas Baga Luis Pato 2019 is produced from 100% Baga grapes sourced from old vines ('Vinhas Velhas') in the Bairrada region. The grapes are hand-harvested at optimal ripeness. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks, with some indication of natural fermentation practices. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging for approximately 18-24 months in used 650-liter oak barrels. The producer, Luis Pato, is known for his meticulous approach, combining scientific knowledge with traditional winemaking to highlight the grape and the region's terroir.
