Esporão Reserva White 2023
2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010
Wine Concept
A classic wine obtained exclusively from our organic grapes. The diversity of Herdade do Esporão, together with the different characteristics of the grape varieties, the soils, the maturity of the vines and the character of those who make this wine consistently over the years, results in a rich, intense but always harmonious wine.
Awards
Wine Enthusiast
92 pts | 2020 | 2021
90 pts / Editor’s Choice | 2022 | 2019 | 2018 | 2015 | 2011
91 pts / Editor’s Choice | 2009
Wine Spectator
Top 100 Best Value | 2017
Robert Parker
92 pts | 2016
Agriculture
Vineyard with certified organic farming.
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
Granite/schist base, with loam/clay structure
VINEYARD AGE
18 to 28 years
Grape Varieties
Antão Vaz, Arinto, RoupeiroVinification / Maturation
Destemming, cold settling, skin maceration, pressing, must decantation, temperature-controlled fermentation 75% of the batch in stainless steel tanks and 25% in new American and French oak barrels.
Six months in stainless steel tanks and in new American and French oak barrels, with ageing on fine lees.
More Information
Esporão Reserva was the first wine produced by Esporão, in 1985. It was born from our desire to produce the best wines in Alentejo. Over the years, it has been a wine that has led us to innovate, to grow, to look at our origins, to care about nature and see beyond. We have adopted sustainable agricultural practices, more recently we have converted all our vineyards to organic farming, built new wineries and traveled to other markets, taking Alentejo and Portugal to the world.
Art accompanies Esporão Reserva from the first moment. Every year we invite a new artist to illustrate our labels and each work tells a story that is completed within.
Wine Makers
Teresa Gaspar
Colour
Crystal clear, with golden hues.
Aroma
Deep, intense, spicy aroma with white flesh fruit, citrus notes and orange blossom.
Palate
Full and unctuous with a long and vibrant finish. Good and balancing acidity.