Bairrada is a major red wine producer in Portugal and is located on the coastal plain lying slightly inland from the sea to the town of Aveiro, and then south down to the town of Coimbra. The name "Bairrada" is from "barros" (clay) and due to the clayey soils of the region. Although the region was classified in 1979, it is an ancient vineyard region. The vines grow exposed to the sun, favouring the further maturity of the grapes. The red wine produced here is noted for its smoothness and suavity, deep in colour and full-bodied, acquiring a brownish hue as it ages. Two grape varieties are unique to this region: baga, a late-ripening red variety high in tannin and acid; and bical, a white grape which tends to harbour a nice balance between acidity and fruit flavours.
Red, produced by Luis Pato
(Baga) - From 20 year old vines on a very sunny site. Violet hews. Bitter cherry flavours and relatively soft and subdue... 
