Luis Pato Tinto Vinhas Velhas 2018

€ 20.90

This wine represents the true expression of the non-conformist philosophy of producer Luis Pato who started making wines of "Vinhas Velhas" in 1988. From a small production, aged for 24 months in used Allier oak barrels, it is intense, with aromas of raspberry, vanilla, black olives, black plum, pine, resin and dark chocolate.

Luis describes himself as a ‘free’ winemaker. He believes that the fact that he trained as a chemical engineer and not an oenologist has given him a different perspective on making wine. His philosophy marries old-world style and Latin-born influence with an appreciation of a more Anglo-Saxon style vision. Oh, and he is also a pragmatist! Filipa, Pato’s daughter, also a trained chemical engineer, hasn’t just followed in her father’s footsteps, she’s gained a reputation in her own right. An innovator like her father with a similar bent for pushing boundaries. One thing that father and daughter share too is a desire to make wines as naturally as possible. ‘We worked in the chemical industry,’ explains Luis, ‘we don’t want to have to pay for their chemicals!’ Filipa says she aims to make ‘authentic wines without make-up’.

Food-Pairing

fits perfectly with red meats, game and cheeses

Grapes: Baga (100%)

Vinification in stainless steel barrels for 10 days, aged for 24 months in used Allier oak barrels

Alcoholcontent

12,5 %vol

Store & Serve

Store in a cool place (12°C). Can be drunk up to 15 years after harvest

Serve at 15 - 17 °C. Decant a few hours before serving

Critics & Awards

Tags: Bairrada, Beira Atlantico - Luis Pato - Filipa Pato