Monte Velho Reserva white 2023
Wine Concept
Bearing the Esporão quality seal, it results from a careful selection of grapes from the various regions of the Alentejo, followed by patient waiting during the aging phase in barrels.
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
Granite/schist nature, clay-loam structure.
AVERAGE AGE OF THE VINES
18 years.
Grape Varieties
Antão Vaz, Arinto, Roupeiro, GouveioVinification / Maturation
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.
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Wine Makers
Teresa Gaspar
Colour
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.