Bafarela Tinto

Description

This Bafarella from Casa Brites Aguiar showcases how the Douro’s rustic character can occasionally be remarkably refined. Bursting with ripe red fruit – a testament to a successful harvest of Trincadeira, Touriga Nacional and Aragonez – it’s matured for a year in 500-litre French oak barrels, adding a welcome layer of complexity that benefits from patient contemplation. If you’re pressed for time, a gentle decant will unlock its evolving character; perfect alongside hearty game meats and strong, aged cheeses. A truly impressive “Grande Reserva”, brimming with secrets, of course.