Adega do Mato Escolha Rosé Padeiro & Espadeiro 2025

Adega do Mato Escolha Espadeiro & Padeiro Rosé 2025

A beautifully refreshing Portuguese rosé made from two of Vinho Verde's lesser-known native red grapes, bringing together vibrant berry fruit, delicate colour and the wonderful freshness of northern Portugal.

Adega do Mato Escolha Rosé comes from the inland edge of Portugal's Vinho Verde region, where the lush Atlantic landscape begins to transition towards the mountains of Trás-os-Montes. Made from Espadeiro and Padeiro, two traditional Portuguese red varieties particularly well suited to rosé production, this wonderfully expressive wine celebrates the diversity of grapes found in northern Portugal.

Expect lovely red berry aromas, with notes of strawberry, raspberry and fresh watermelon. On the palate it's light, crisp and refreshing, with lively acidity and a delicate, fruity finish. At 12.5% ABV, it's a wonderfully versatile rosé, equally at home beside a swimming pool or accompanying a leisurely lunch.

Meet Espadeiro and Padeiro

Espadeiro and Padeiro are two indigenous Portuguese red grapes that have found a particularly lovely home in rosé production.

Espadeiro is celebrated for its naturally high acidity, delicate colour and bright red fruit character. I't name translates to "swordsman" as the bunches grown in long thin columns like a sword. Traditionally grown throughout Vinho Verde, it produces beautifully refreshing rosés with lively strawberry and raspberry notes. Unlike deeper-coloured Portuguese red varieties, Espadeiro lends itself naturally to lighter, more delicate styles.

Padeiro, also known as Padeiro de Basto, is particularly associated with the Basto subregion. Its name literally translates to "baker" in Portuguese, although the exact origin of the name remains something of a mystery.

Historically, Padeiro's relatively pale colour made it less desirable for producing the deeply coloured red wines traditionally enjoyed in northern Portugal. But that same characteristic makes it wonderfully suited to rosé, where its fragrant red berry character and freshness can really shine.

Together, the two grapes create a lovely balance of freshness, delicate fruit and aromatic character, showcasing a side of Vinho Verde that many wine lovers have yet to discover.

What makes Basto special?

Basto is one of the easternmost subregions of Vinho Verde, where the lush Atlantic landscape begins to meet the warmer, more mountainous interior of northern Portugal.

Unlike the cooler, wetter coastal areas of Vinho Verde, Basto experiences warmer summer temperatures and greater contrasts between daytime and nighttime conditions. These conditions allow grapes to develop expressive fruit flavours while retaining the refreshing acidity for which Vinho Verde is famous.

About Adega do Mato

Adega do Mato is a family wine project revived in 2012 by Vitor Magalhães, who set out to restore a century-old winery and produce wines reflecting the character of this distinctive corner of northern Portugal.

Located in Balteiro, near Ribeira de Pena, the winery sits close to the Tâmega River, surrounded by pine forests and the wild vegetation of the region's mountainous landscape.

Even its name tells a story. Adega do Mato roughly translates to "winery in the scrubland", a reference to the surrounding countryside and its position between Vinho Verde and Trás-os-Montes.

It's a fitting name for a winery celebrating the local grape varieties, landscape and wonderfully diverse character of northern Portugal.

Aroma: Strawberry · Raspberry · Watermelon · Fresh Red Berries

Palate: Dry · Light-bodied · Crisp · Lively Acidity · Refreshing Finish

Pair with: Grilled shrimp · Fresh salads · Seafood · Charcuterie · Light pasta dishes · Summer vegetables