2000 Luis Pato - Beiras Tinto Vinha Barrio (750ml)
Price: $77.99
In Mixed Case: $70.19
Prior to Luis Pato's having 'tamed' the exceedingly tannic Baga grape, as the story goes, no one in Portugal or really anywhere thought that Baga could render a still red wine of joy and finesse. Bairrada, the grape's spiritual homeland, was a cold and rainy place that rendered tough-as-nails reds few could enjoy. But by pruning to create aeration, Luis could avert rot, and help his grapes mature into a much nobler form. But could Baga ever be a wine for the masses, or would it remain an esoteric aside for geeks intent upon touring every corner of the vinous world? Here, ladies and gentlemen, is all the proof you need. This wine hails not from Bairrada, but from the neighboring surrounding region of Beiras Atlantico, a region similarly inflected by maritime winds. With two decades (!) of aging for the materials to soften, it's just exquisite. Imagine it as the Nebbiolo of the sea. Others are eager to compare it to Pinot Noir or Syrah. Try this with unsauced BBQ, and hold on to your seat. It offers up lovely saline, rich cherry goodness for days, with just enough tannic bite to remind you it's Baga and to keep it refreshing and lean -- and keep pulling you to try more. Aromas of roses and a subtle spicy character reminiscent of frankincense help remind you why we like to age Baga.
- Variety: Baga
- Vintage: 2000
- Sku: 16392
- Size: 750ml
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