Freddy R. Troya

9.1

Mateus Dry Selection Rosé
Bairrada, Portugal 🇵🇹

Overview
A lighter and drier interpretation of the iconic Mateus Rosé style, this Portuguese rosé from Bairrada leans more restrained and refreshing rather than overtly fruity or sweet. Produced from traditional Portuguese red varieties; Baga, Rufete, Tinta Barroca, and Touriga Franca — it delivers a casual yet surprisingly balanced profile with broad crowd appeal.

Aromas & Flavors
Subtle watermelon, wild strawberry, raspberry skin, and soft red berry notes dominate the palate, followed by delicate citrus and floral touches. Refreshing without becoming candy-like or overly aromatic.

Mouthfeel
Light-bodied, crisp, and very approachable. The dryness keeps it clean and easygoing, while the gentle acidity adds freshness without aggressive sharpness. Smooth, uncomplicated, and very drinkable.

Food Pairings
Excellent with tapas, grilled chicken, charcuterie, summer salads, sushi, shrimp tacos, or simply chilled on a warm afternoon.

Verdict
A rosé that does not try too hard to impress with excessive fruit or sweetness. Instead, it focuses on balance, simplicity, and easy enjoyment. Casual? Absolutely. But also very pleasant and versatile.

Did You Know?
The iconic flask-shaped Mateus bottle was inspired by World War I military canteens and became one of the most recognizable wine bottle designs in the world during the 1970s rosé boom.

🍷 Personal Pick
What makes this enjoyable is the restraint. It avoids the overripe, tutti-frutti direction many modern rosés fall into and keeps things light, clean, and refreshingly uncomplicated. — 3 days ago

Randy Fuller

9.2

Mateus Dry Rosé colors up as a medium-pale orange, or salmon color. Red fruit dominates the nose - strawberry mainly - with plenty more of it on the palate. The acidity is brisk, and the fruit flavors are up front. It's not a complicated wine, but it is fairly tasty and may be your best bet for adding the Baga grape to your “have tried” list. It is blended with the Shiraz. — 4 years ago

Bonnie Chu

8.9

Rum raisin — a year ago

Stan Nguyen

9.0

Solid for price — 2 years ago

Jon Ebsworth

9.2

Light ethereal high altitude Douro red at Prado in Lisbon — 3 years ago

roland benedetti

9.0

Very interesting wine.
Deep, structured and big.
What strikes me is the salinity.
Like if the grapes soaked in the ocean...
Beautiful bitter finish.
Not easy, what a structure... — 5 years ago

Z. R.G.

8.9

Grapefruit - strawberry — a year ago

Jason Keefer

8.9

For the Baixo Corgo version. Tastes like vacation in Portugal! Simple but delicious and affordable! A mix of fresh and stewed fruit with a slightly woodsy finish. — 3 years ago

with Natasha

Anya

9.3

Great rose had first night in Lisbon, recommended by Vlad’s friend. — 5 years ago

Ricardo Bohn Goncalves

9.4

Mesa Bohn set20 Lito, RR, Rena e Mateus — 6 years ago