Vinho Rosé, Luis Pato - 2005

Name: Vinho Rosé, Luis Pato
Brand: Luis Pato
SKU: 47356
Price: 41.96 USD
Availability: InStock

Item # 47356 750 mL

A very special saignée of Baga that was only made once. Considered too reductive and acidic to be released right away, it was cellared and ultimately forgotten about. Considerable bottle age has done wonders to this structured, full-bodied dry rosé with citrus and orchard fruits, and an array of savory and dried floral notes. Pair with duck rice with cilantro and fresh oranges.

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Color

Rosé

Vintage

2005

Country

Portugal

Region

Beira

Producer

Luis Pato

Grape Variety

Baga

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Glossary

Baga

A red grape that is mostly associated with central Portugal's Bairrada region, often made into rosé. Varietal wines made from Baga are generally dark and quite tannic: the best vintages produce truly age-worthy reds.

Portugal

The Dão and the Douro are the most important regions as far as red Portuguese table wine is concerned. Douro wines tend to be a bit fuller and fleshier than their Dão counterparts, which are generally lighter and higher in acidity. Reds from both regions are dense, rustic, and well-balanced. They also show their terroir quite clearly, and represent a great alternative to the modern fruit-driven style. Vinho Verde is Portugal’s most famous white wine. Literally translated as "green wine," it...