Bairrada (Portugal)
Bairrada is a red wine made from the grape Baga.
Bairrada Flavors
Dark Berries, Black Fruit, and Plum are typical Bairrada flavors.
Herbs. Spices. Mint. Warm aftertaste. Chocolate. Mocha.
 Black Cherry |
 Blueberry |
 Blackberry |
 Plum |
 Herbs |
 Spices |
 Pepper |
 Mint |
Tertiary Flavors from Aging:
 Vanilla |
 Toast |
 Chocolate |
 Leather |
Bairrada Profile
Bairrada wines are full-bodied with deep fruit flavors, soft tannins, and good acidity:
| BODY: | Full |
| TANNINS: | Medium Plus |
| FRUIT: | Medium - High |
| ACIDITY: | Medium - High |
| ALCOHOL: | 13-15% ABV |
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Serving temperature: 16-17°C (61-63°F) |
Bairrada Food Pairing
Bairrada pairs best with Gilled, Braised, or Roasted Meat.
 Tapas |
 Stew |
 Mushroom |
 Hamburger |
 Chicken |
 Duck |
 Rabbit |
 Pork |
 Lamb |
 Veal |
 Wild Boar |
 Venison |
Excellent Pairings
Beef Stew. Mushrooms.
Barbeque. Hamburger. Meatloaf.
Grilled Beef. Grilled Lamb. Grilled Chicken.
Caça (Game). Veado (Venison).
Javali (Wild Boar). Coelho (Rabbit).
Cheeses
Strong Cheese. Smoked Cheese.
Portuguese Specialities:
Cabrito Assado (Roasted Goat).
Bacalao com Natas (Bacalao with Potatoes).
The Ideal Glass for Bairrada
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The Bordeaux Glass was designed for enjoying fuller-bodied, tannic red wines. They are taller than other red wine glasses, and has a slimmer bowl. The tall size allows the bouquet of the wine to develop, smooth out rough edges, play down tannins, and allow the wine to achieve balance. The slimmer bowl directs the wine to the back of your mouth for a maximum taste. |
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The Bairrada Region
The Bairrada region is located in Beira Litoral, right in the centre of Portugal.
The region stretches along the coastline and has a typically Atlantic climate, with mild and rainy winters and summers softened by the winds coming from the sea.
Red wines from Bairrada are rich and dark colored.
The main grapes are Baga, Touriga Nacional, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah.
Black Grapes | White Grapes |
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Soil | Climate |
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Clay and limestone |
Maritime |
