Monte Velho Reserva White

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 Type: Granitic/schist nature, loam-clay structure.

Average Vineyard Age: 18 years.

Antão Vaz, Arinto, Roupeiro, Gouveio

Destemming, cold settling, pressing, must decantation, temperature-controlled fermentation: 80% of the batch in stainless steel tanks and 20% in used American and French oak barrels. Six months ageing on fine lees.

Winemakers: Teresa Gaspar

Color: Crystal clear, light straw colour with golden hues.

Aroma: Intense notes of citrus and white fruit complemented with spices notes resulting in a complex, intense wine and seductive wine.

Palate: In the mouth, it is fresh and elegant, with a long and vibrant finish.

Sizes: 750 ml

Bottling: March 2024

Alcohol/Volume: 14 %

Total Acidity: 5 g/l

PH: 3.30

Reducing Sugar: 0.57 g/l