Luis Pato Baga Vinho Espumante Bruto Rose 2005

Pato's 2005 Vinho Rosato is very impressive stuff, indeed.  A deep, structured, incredibly complex and, yes, 17 year old rosé made of 100% Baga.  At first glance, it might be tempting to think that Pato set out to create Portugal's answer to Tondonia Rosado, but, in reality, it was a happy accident.  When they made this one-off in 2005, it was so reduced and had such high acidity, that they decided they couldn't sell it.  They decided to lay it down, in hopes of tasting it again in a few years.  Instead, they forgot about it, only to find it again a few months ago.  Not only did it get good, it got great...really great... Vintage: 2005 Country: Portugal Region: Bairrada Appellation: Vinho Regional Grape: Baga Farming: Organic Drink: Now-2024

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