The 2016 Quinta de Baixo (Niepoort) Poeirinho Baga Bairrada is a red wine produced in Portugal's Douro region by the esteemed Niepoort winery. This wine is crafted from the Baga varietal and features a cork closure with a modest alcohol content of 11.5%.

Reviewers have given this wine high marks, emphasizing its distinctive characteristics and potential for aging. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded it a score of 94, noting, "The 2016 Poeirinho is a Baga aged for 20 months in old 2,000-liter fuders. It comes in at 12% alcohol. This seems better balanced and more refined than the 2015—but perhaps not as energetic." The reviewer, MS, highlighted its "silky texture, refinement, acidity and tannins," and described it as "lighter styled, crisp and transparent." Although the wine shows some initial hardness in its tannins, MS suggests that it will evolve beautifully over time and has a long life ahead.

Vinous also rated the 2016 Baga Poeirinho 94 points. Joaquín Hidalgo provided detailed tasting notes, stating, "The 2016 Baga Poeirinho, sourced from Bairrada, underwent carbonic maceration and aged for up to 19 months in large barrels. With a garnet hue, the nose reveals ripe, Port-like aromas, featuring marmalade, chutney and olive notes." He further described the wine as "dry on the palate, the infused and chalky texture lingers with a nuanced, lasting flavor." According to Hidalgo, the wine is currently in the midst of its evolution, indicating that it will continue to develop more complexity with time.

In summary, the 2016 Quinta de Baixo (Niepoort) Poeirinho Baga Bairrada is a noteworthy wine that showcases the unique characteristics of the Baga grape. Both Robert Parker's Wine Advocate and Vinous have praised its balance, refinement, and evolutionary potential, making it a strong candidate for cellaring.