Luis Pato Maria Gomes

Luis Pato wines are the result of the association of two traditional families from Bairrada, the
Pato family and the Melo Campos family. At the Quinta do Ribeirinho (Ribeirinho Estate) the
documents reveal a wine production since the 18th Century. Its activity of wine bottling
began in the 1970s.
Affectionately known as the 'King of Bairrada', Luis Pato is the man who has done most to put this region on the modern winemaking map. He is one of Portugal's most controversial
winemakers and is a serious player with 65 hectares in production. From 2006 his vineyards
are devoted entirely to Portuguese varieties; all international varieties having uprooted.
Pato's passion is the Baga grape, and he says his chalky clay soils are perfect for it. Other
varieties like Touriga Nacional are grown on sandy soils, in a meticulously planned estate. 

The white grape variety Fernao Pires is called in the Beiras Maria Gomes. A fresh,
fruity, and incredibly delicious white wine from sandy soils of the Maria Gomes grape
comes. Crisp and fresh with an enticing array of clean fresh yellow plums and a slatey
texture. Juicy, slightly mineral, and finely textured. Aromas of peach and melon
dominate. Long finish.