Sparkling Wine and Exciting Discoveries

Baga
Region: Bairrada, Portugal
Pair it with: The Portuguese love it with fatty suckling pig, the roast pork chops with crackers are equally delicious.

Black as ruby, a passionate blend of berries, cherries and blackberries with rich tannins and intense acidity. A fresh, gravelly finish with a hint of bitter cocoa. Some call it the Nebbiolo of Portugal!

You may have tasted Baga but be happy without knowing it. It’s the main grape in the famous Mateus Rosé Original – a fun, semi-sweet wine. But that is merely one side of this grape. Dry sparkling baga, broad-bodied, rich in acids and tannins.

Locals embrace chalky clays, sandy soils and maritime climates to create outstanding wines that are both still and sparkling. Limited bottles leave the shores of Portugal, so if you get the chance, grab a bottle!

Gamay
Region: Beaujolais, France
Pair with: While it can be paired with any menu, locals still consider it a stand-alone drink – before the dish even appeared. Fooling the appetite, it was a tempting move for what was to come.