Even though a large proportion of Baga is used in Portugal’s leading value wine, Mateus Rosé, the grape can produce age-worthy reds and complex sparkling rosé.
Primary Flavors
- Blackberry
- Black Currant
- Dried Cherry
- Cocoa
- Tar
Taste Profile
Dry
Medium-full Body
High Tannins
High Acidity
11.5–13.5% ABV
Handling
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SERVE
55–60°F / 12-15°C
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GLASS TYPE
Universal
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DECANT
1 Hour
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CELLAR
10+ Years
SERVE
55–60°F / 12-15°C
GLASS TYPE
Universal
DECANT
1 Hour
CELLAR
10+ Years
Food Pairing
A rich red that deserves fatty, spiced and roasted meats to complement it’s sometimes robust, gravelly or tar-like flavors.
