Alentejo Wine Hamper Esporao Reserva Organic

The Alentejo is the warm heart of Portugal, where sun and tradition give life to wines that are intense, generous, and full of character. From bold reds to fresh and aromatic whites and elegant, vibrant rosés, each bottle carries the essence of this captivating region.

Our exclusive hampers bring together the very best of Alentejo – award-winning wines, authentic grape varieties, and the soul of one of Portugal’s most admired regions.

ESPORÃO RESERVA ORGANIC WHITE WINE 2023

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, grow, look at our origins, 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. This year’s artist is Eduardo Aires.

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.

Production Method: Vineyard with certified organic farming.

Soil Type: Granite/schist base, with loam/clay structure

Average Vineyard Age: 18 to 28 years.

Grapes: Antão Vaz, Arinto, Roupeiro

Vinification/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.

Winemakers: Teresa Gaspar.

Color: 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.

ESPORÃO RESERVA ORGANIC RED WINE 2022

Esporão Reserva is the wine that captures the essence of Herdade do Esporão. It was the first wine made by Esporão in 1985. A classic 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.  Label by Eduardo Aires.

The 2022 agricultural year was a dry year. During the vegetative rest period (autumn-winter) and spring, there were mild temperatures and low precipitation values. In the vineyard, budbreak was early, as in the previous year, and moderate temperatures anticipated vegetative development. The very high temperatures and the lack of water in the summer contributed to distant maturation between the varieties, resulting in a precision harvest with a special focus on the expression of each variety.

Grapes: Alicante  Bouschet, Trincadeira, Touriga Nacional, Aragonez,  Cabernet Sauvignon.

Each variety was vinified separately, looking for its optimal ripening moment.

After harvesting, the grapes are destemmed and crushed, followed by alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel, concrete or marble vats. After pressing, malolactic fermentation takes place in stainless steel vats.

12 months in new (20%) and old (80%) American and French oak barrels. After bottling, the wine aged at least 6 months in the bottle.

Alcohol/Volume: 14 %

Winemakers: Sandra Alves and João Ramos

Colour: Intense Ruby.

Aroma: Deep and complex, dominated by red fruits and spicy notes.

Palate: Lively and complete. Solid body, fine and vibrant tannins. Red fruit and dominant spices. Persistent and balanced finish.