Bastardo
Bah-STAR-doh
Bastardo from Russia has a dark red color with flavors of blackberries and plums, and a hint of tobacco.
Fruity notes
Body
Tannins
- Origin
- Grapes
- Bastardo
- Category
- Still
- Colour
- Red
- Primary Flavours
- floral, strawberry, wet stone
- Sugar
- Dry
- Strength
- From 11 to 16°
- Price
- $
This wine also names: Trousseau Noir, Bastardo do Douro
Last update: January 7, 2025
Information
Bastardo from Russia has a dark red color with flavors of blackberries and plums, and a hint of tobacco. It's full-bodied with smooth tannins. Perfect with roasted meats and aged cheeses. Great for a special meal.
Fun facts
Also known as Trousseau, Bastardo is a grape with a dual identity — making bold, tannic reds in Portugal and delicate Jura wines in France. This wine was supposedly Napoleon’s secret favorite, smuggled for him during exile!
Gastronomy
Snacks & Appetizers:
- Chocolate Desserts
- Crackers
- Meat Platter
- Mini Quiches
- Nuts
- Paté
This wine is perfect with:
Bastardo is perfect with "Beef Stew," where the wine's tannins and depth enhance the richness, or enjoy it with "Barbecue Ribs," where its boldness complements the smoky flavors.
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