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Luís Pato Vinha Pan Bairrada Red

Bairrada DOC, Portugal
Single-vineyard Baga from 1961-planted old vines. Deep ruby, intense black cherry, iron, dried herbs, and exceptional tannic structure requiring years of cellaring for full expression.
complement
The definitive Bairrada pairing — the region's signature dish and wine. Baga's tannins cut through crispy crackling and rich pork; the combination is extraordinary.
classic main
bridge
The wine's high acidity and tannins cut through the cheese's fat; quince sweetness bridges Baga's cherry fruit.
established cheese
complement
Old-vine Baga's structure demands the collagen richness of oxtail; shared earthiness deepens the pairing.
established main
contrast
An unexpected Portuguese pairing — Baga's high acidity cuts through sardine richness; the contrast is revelatory.
adventurous main