Although entitled to the Bairrada DO and made according to the regulations, Luis, a feisty chap who`s contempt for bureaucrats is legendary, has now fallen out with enough of them that he now bottles all his wine as Vinho Regional Beiras - a step down, equivalent to Vin de Pays - as a protest. This wine ages fabulously but drinks well now, so if you are looking for something with brambly, herby fruit, minerality and energy, look no further. (CW 12/01/12)

Producer

Luis Pato

Origin

Bairrada, Portugal PORTUGAL

Colour

red

Wine Style

dry

Dominant Grape

Baga

Closure Style

cork

Maturity

ready

Bottle Size

75cl

Case Quantity

6

Alcohol

13%