Esporão Reserva Red

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.

Vineyard with organic farming certification, since 2019.

Soil type: Granite/schist origin with clay/loam structure.

Average vineyard age: 22 years.

Alicante  Bouschet, Trincadeira, Touriga Nacional, Aragonez,  Cabernet Sauvignon.

Each variety was vinified separately, looking for its optimal ripening moment.

After harvesting, the grapes are destemmed and crushed, followed by alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel, concrete or marble vats. After pressing, malolactic fermentation takes place in stainless steel vats.

12 months in new (20%) and old (80%) American and French oak barrels. After bottling, the wine aged  at least 6 months in the bottle.

Winemakers: Sandra Alves and João Ramos

Color: Intense Ruby.

Aroma: Deep and complex, dominated by red fruits and spicy notes.

Palate: Lively and complete. Solid body, fine and vibrant tannins. Red fruit and  dominate spices. Persistent and balanced finish.

Sizes: 750 ml   ·   1,5 l   ·   3 l   ·   5 l

Bottling: From April 2024

Alcohol/Volume: 14 %

Total Acidity: 5.7 g/l

PH: 3.61

Reducing Sugar: 0.6 g/l