Grape · Red
Baga
RedWSET level 3
Main grape of Bairrada. Very high tannin and acidity. Requires long aging. Comparison with Nebbiolo. Difficult but rewarding.
- Origin
- Bairrada, Portugal
- Climate
- Atlantic
- Skin colour
- Very dark, thick
- Alcohol
- 12-13.5%
- Ageing potential
- Excellent
Taste profile
Aromas
- Blackberry
- Plum
- Herbs
- With age: leather, tobacco, cedar
Where does it grow?
- Bairrada
Key wines
- Bairrada
Food
Leitão (suckling pig), grilled meat, aged cheeses
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