Vinho da Bairrada

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Bairrada wine, vinho da Bairrada, is produced in the Região Demarcada da Bairrada,in Beira Litoral,central Portugal. The name "Bairrada" is from "barros" (clay), referring to the clayey soil of the region. Although only classified in 1979, it is an ancient vineyard region. The Baga casta grape is predominant.

The Bairrada region includes the municipalaties of Águeda,Anadia,Cantanhede,Mealhada and Oliveira do Bairro.The region produces red and white table wines. It is also notable for its sparkling natural wines(espumantes), "Conde de Cantanhede" and "Marquês de Marialva". Luis Pato produces some of the best examples in the region, although he has opted to exclude his wines from the Bairrada appellation designation and instead receives a regional one.

Bairrada wine is typically consumed in restaurants with roasted piglet, the 'leitão da Bairrada'.

Spa villages and towns in Bairrada:Cúria,Luso(town),Buçaco. Cities:Águeda,Anadia,Cantanhede,Mealhada and Oliveira do Bairro.(All of these villages,towns and cities are located in the Aveiro district(Baixo Vouga),except Cantanhede,wich is in Coimbra district(Baixo Mondego).