Everything About Baga Grape
"BAH-gah" 
Baga Description
Origin: Bairrada, Portugal
History: Baga is a red Portuguese wine grape variety planted primarily in the Bairrada DOC. As a varietal, Baga produces tannic wines with high acidity. Historically, Baga was often used in bulk wine production, but modern winemaking techniques have unlocked its potential for producing high-quality, age-worthy wines.
Appearance: Small, thick-skinned dark-colored berries growing in tightly packed clusters.
Growing Traits: Baga thrives in clay-limestone soils and requires careful vineyard management to control its vigor and susceptibility to rot. It is a late-ripening variety, and achieving full phenolic ripeness is crucial to balance its naturally high acidity and tannin levels.
Food Pairing Baga's high acidity and tannic structure make it an excellent match for rich, fatty, and flavorful dishes. It pairs well with roasted meats, such as suckling pig, and hearty stews. The wine's robustness also complements aged cheeses and charcuterie.
Body
Sweetness
Tannin
Acidity
Alcohol
Medium to full-bodied with a robust and structured profile, offering depth and concentration. Dry, with minimal residual sugar, focusing on intense fruit and earthy flavors. High tannin levels, providing firm structure and significant aging potential. High acidity, contributing to freshness and longevity, balancing the robust tannins. Moderate alcohol content, typically ranging between 11.5% and 13.5%, ensuring balance and drinkability.
Blackberry 
Black Currant 
Dried Cherry 
Cocoa 
Tar Baga wines are characterized by intense flavors of blackberry and black currant, complemented by notes of dried cherry. Subtle hints of cocoa and tar add complexity, all balanced by high acidity and firm tannins, leading to a long, structured finish.
Regions
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Portugal
•Bairrada
•Dão
•Beiras
Notable Wines and Producers
Luis Pato Vinha Pan
•Luis Pato
Niepoort Lagar de Baixo
•Niepoort
Baga FAQ
Bairrada, Portugal
Baga has a body level of 4 out of 5. Which means that Baga is Moderate to Full bodied.
Baga has a dryness level of 1 out of 5. Which means that Baga is Dry.
Bairrada, Portugal
Baga is grown in Portugal (Bairrada, Dão, Beiras).
Baga wines are characterized by intense flavors of blackberry and black currant, complemented by notes of dried cherry. Subtle hints of cocoa and tar add complexity, all balanced by high acidity and firm tannins, leading to a long, structured finish.
Baga's high acidity and tannic structure make it an excellent match for rich, fatty, and flavorful dishes. It pairs well with roasted meats, such as suckling pig, and hearty stews. The wine's robustness also complements aged cheeses and charcuterie.
Baga wines are characterized by intense flavors of blackberry and black currant, complemented by notes of dried cherry. Subtle hints of cocoa and tar add complexity, all balanced by high acidity and firm tannins, leading to a long, structured finish.