Herdade São Miguel Tinto producer_château_desclans Luis Pato Vinhas Velhas Tinto

Luis Pato Vinhas Velhas Tinto is the flagship red from one of Portugal's most respected winemakers

flinty character that gives the appellation its name and its reputation

this sparkling rose delivers Champagne-like finesse without the price tag -- proof that Bordeaux does bubbles beautifully

Using the time-honoured one-shot method

with almond

Herdade São Miguel Tinto producer_château_desclans Luis Pato Vinhas Velhas TintoHerdade de So Miguel is a large modern estate in the Alentejo the warm, sun baked southern plains of Portugal that produce some of the country's most characterful and food friendly reds. Owned by the Relvas family near Vidigueira, the estate works with indigenous Portuguese varieties including Aragonez and Trincadeira, producing wines of genuine Alentejo warmth and personality at an accessible price. Deep ruby with a bold, inviting nose of dark plum,