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 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/schistose nature, open clay structure.

AVERAGE AGE OF VINEYARDS
18 years in average.

Grape Varieties

Antão Vaz, Arinto, Roupeiro, Gouveio

Vinification / Maturation

Mechanical harvesting, grape cooling, vacuum pressing, cold decantation of the must 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

Teresa Gaspar.

Colour

Crystalline appearance, citrine color.

Aroma

Notes of white fruit and citrus, in an intense, complex and engaging set.

Palate

Fresh, balanced and elegant.

Sizes

375 ml   ·   750 ml

Bottling

December 2023

Alcohol/Volume

13.5 %

Total Acidity

5.5 g/l

pH

3.43

Reducing Sugar / Baumé

0.5 g/l