Wine Concept

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

Agriculture

The 2023 agricultural year was hot and dry. During the vegetative rest period (Autumn – Winter) there were mild temperatures and higher precipitation values ​​than in 2022, however, in Spring – Summer temperatures were much higher, and precipitation was very low. In the vineyard, because of all these factors, there was an advancement in phenology. The harvest was early and concentrated in a few weeks, with the optimal maturation of the various varieties being reached quickly, providing aromatic, intense and highly complex wines.

SOIL GEOLOGY:
Granitic/schist nature, clay loam structure.

AVERAGE AGE OF VINES
18 years.

Grape Varieties

Alicante Bouschet, Touriga Nacional, Aragonez, Syrah, Trincadeira

Vinification / Maturation

Mechanical harvesting, destemming and crushing, alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperature, pressing, malolactic fermentation. Minimum aging of 5 months in stainless steel.

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 & João Ramos.

Colour

Clear appearance, ruby colour.

Aroma

Lush, with notes of fresh red fruits and wild berries.

Palate

Fresh and light, with an elegant structure and a balanced finish.

Sizes

375 ml   ·   750 ml   ·   1,5 l   ·   3 l   ·   5 l   ·   9 l

Bottling

March 2024

Alcohol/Volume

13.5 %

Total Acidity

5.4 g/l

pH

3.61

Reducing Sugar / Baumé

0.5 g/l