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 2021 agricultural year was a rainy year. During the vegetative rest period (Autumn – Winter) precipitation values ​​were higher than the average of the last 22 years, with temperatures remaining mild. These precipitation values ​​led to the fact that, at the beginning of the vegetative cycle (Spring), practically all the soils had their water reserves completely reestablished. The budburst occurred earlier, and the higher temperatures observed during the spring accelerated the vegetative development until flowering. In summer, milder temperatures contributed to a regular development of the vegetative cycle, allowing maturation to take place in a regular and balanced manner.

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

AVERAGE AGE OF VINEYARDS
18 years.

Grape Varieties

Touriga Nacional, Aragonez, Syrah, Trincadeira

Vinification / Maturation

Destemming, crushing, alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel vats with controlled temperatures, pressing, malolactic fermentation.

Minimum of 3 months in stainless steel vats.

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 ​​color.

Aroma

Black fruit and wild berries, well involved in subtle notes of fresh spices.

Palate

Intense and rich, with a solid structure and persistent finish.

Sizes

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

Bottling

March 2022

Alcohol/Volume

13.5 %

Total Acidity

6.08 g/l

pH

3.65

Reducing Sugar / Baumé

2.1 g/l