Wine Concept

A wine for all occasions.
With a balanced and gastronomic profile, it portrays the best aromas and flavors of Alentejo grapes.

Agriculture

The 2022 agricultural year was a dry year. During the vegetative rest period (autumn-winter) and spring, there were mild temperatures and low precipitation values. In the vineyard, budbreak was early, as in the previous year, and moderate temperatures anticipated vegetative development. The very high temperatures and the lack of water in the summer contributed to distant maturation between the varieties, resulting in a precision harvest with a special focus on the expression of each variety.

SOIL GEOLOGY
Granitic/schistose nature, open clay structure.

AVERAGE AGE OF VINEYARDS
18 years in average.

Grape Varieties

Antão Vaz, Arinto, Roupeiro, Gouveio

Vinification / Maturation

Mechanical harvest, grape cooling, vacuum pressing, cold must decantation and fermentation at controlled temperatures in stainless steel vats for 15 days.

More Information

Launched for the first time in 1992, its name comes from the monte located next to the Caridade reservoir, at Herdade do Esporão. At the time, the wine boasted the same origin and philosophy as Esporão Reserva but was created to reach more people and make daily wine consumption an experience.

Produced according to the region’s winegrowing tradition, the variety of grapes and vinification techniques demonstrate the character of the region from whence it comes: rich aromas, a smooth palate and an excellent gastronomic bent.

Made with grapes from throughout the region, it is the result of partnerships lasting over 15 years with suppliers from the different sub-regions, who use the same integrated production system as Esporão. These sustainable practices, which preclude the use of pesticides and herbicides, are crucial to soil quality and fertility, which provide the vineyard with natural protection that influences the quality of the wines.

Ever faithful to its roots, Monte Velho is the Alentejo in a glass, coming to represent a benchmark of the region in Portugal and the world over the years.

Wine Makers

Sandra Alves & Teresa Gaspar.

Colour

Crystalline appearance, citrine.

Aroma

Notes of white fruit and citrus, in a complex and enveloping set.

Palate

Fresh and balanced, with an elegant body and a long finish.

Sizes

375 ml   ·   750 ml

Bottling

Janeiro 2023

Alcohol/Volume

13 %

Total Acidity

5.7 g/l

pH

3.35

Reducing Sugar / Baumé

2.1 g/l