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.

WHITE WINE MONTE DE PINHEIROS

Grape Varieties: Fernão Pires, Antão Vaz, Verdelho e Roupeiro

Type of soil: Granític

Álcohol (%) – 13

Total Acidity (g/l) – 4,6

pH –3,4

Total Sugar (g/l) – 0,4

Vinification: Automatic optical sorter on destemmed grapes, followed by gentle pressing and static juice clarification. Fermentation, by separate varieties, in stainless steel tanks with controlled temperature. All winemaking processes are carried out by gravity, in order to better preserve grape quality.

Serving Temperature: 10ºC a 12ºC

ROSÉ WINE MONTE DE PINHEIROS

Grape Varieties: Aragonez, Touriga Nacional, Syrah and Castelão

Type of soil: Granitic

Alcohol (%) – 12,5

Total Acidity (g/l) – 6,4

pH –3,32

Total Sugar (g/l) – 0,9

Vinification: Produced from the Aragonez, Touriga Nacional, Syrah and Castelão grape varieties. Manual harvest, followed by cooling of the grapes to 12ºC. Direct press in “whole bunches”, with a selection of low pressure must for exclusive fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Aged on the lees for 6 months.

Serving Temperature: 8ºC to 10ºC

RED WINE MONTE DE PINHEIROS

Grape Varieties: Alicante Bouschet, Aragonez, Trincadeira and Syrah

Type of soil: Granític

Alcohol (%) – 13,5

Total Acidity (g/l) – 5,5 pH –3,70

Total Sugar (g/l) – 3,7

Vinification: Automatic optical sorter on destemmed grapes, followed by pre-fermentation cold soak maceration for 4 days. Fermentations, by separate varieties, in stainless steel tanks with controlled temperature between 24 and 26ºC. All winemaking processes are carried out by gravity, in order to better preserve grape quality.

Serving Temperature: 16ºC a 18ºC

Wine Hamper: 1 bottle of Monte de Pinheiros white wine, 1 bottle of Monte de Pinheiros rosé wine and 1 bottle of Monte de Pinheiros red wine

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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.

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Destemming, cold settling, skin maceration, pressing, must decantation, temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks and in new American and French oak barrels. 6 months in stainless steel tanks and in new American and French oak barrels, with ageing on fine lees.

Colour: Crystal clear, light straw color with green hues.

Aroma: Grapefruit and white peach aromas with subtle toasty oak integration, fresh spicy and herbal notes.

Palate: Creamy and elegant with balanced fruit and spices presence. Intense and persistent finish.

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The Esporão Reserve is the wine that best represents the spirit of Herdade do Esporão. It was the first wine made by Esporão, with the 1985 harvest. It comes exclusively from our organically grown grapes. The diversity of Herdade do Esporão, together with the different characteristics of the grape varieties, soils, vineyards, and the people who consistently make this wine over the years, results in a rich, intense, yet always harmonious wine. Label illustrated by Eduardo Aires.

Each grape variety is harvested separately, seeking its optimal moment of ripeness. After harvesting, the grapes are destemmed and crushed, followed by alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel, concrete vats, or marble lagares. After pressing, malolactic fermentation occurs in stainless steel vats.

Ageing: 12 months in American and French oak barrels, new (20%) and used (80%). After bottling, the wine rests for at least 6 more months in the bottle.

Producer: Herdade do Esporão
Region: Alentejo, Portugal
Style: Red Wine
Grapes: Alicante Bouschet, Trincadeira, Touriga Nacional, Aragonez, Cabernet Sauvignon
Bottle Size: 75cl
Alcohol: 14%
Serving Temperature: 16–18ºC

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 spices dominate. Persistent and balanced finish

Rewards:

Robert Parker

90 pts | 2017 | 2010 | 2007

91 pts | 2016 | 2009

92 pts | 2011

Wine Enthusiast

93 pts | 2021 (editor’s choice) | 2019 | 2011

92 pts | 2020 | 2014 | 2013 | 2010 | 2006

91 pts | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015

Wine Spectator

90 pts | 2014

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Over time, we have deepened our understanding of our territories in Alentejo. We better understand their potential and take advantage of the uniqueness of our vineyards to produce the finest wines, in harmony with nature.

This knowledge is embodied in the Private Selection Red, which combines the intensity of Herdade do Esporão, the texture of Herdade dos Perdigões, and the vitality of the altitude of Lavradores in Portalegre. Each vineyard is vinified and aged separately, according to the profile of each grape variety, resulting in a complete wine with texture, intensity, and vitality, reflecting the diversity and richness of Esporão’s territories in Alentejo, which in exceptional years gives rise to Torre do Esporão.

Winemaking: Each plot was vinified and aged separately according to the potential and profile of each grape variety and its origin. Aragonez began alcoholic fermentation in marble lagares with foot treading and finished in concrete vats where malolactic fermentation also took place. Aged in 5000L French oak vats. Touriga Franca fermented in marble lagares with foot treading and aged in 500L French oak barrels, where malolactic fermentation also occurred, followed by aging. Both parcels of Alicante Bouschet fermented separately in concrete vats, underwent malolactic fermentation in new 500L French oak barrels, and remained there for aging. 18 months in barrels/vats followed by 2 years in bottle.

Producer: Herdade do Esporão
Region: Alentejo, Portugal
Style: Red Wine
Grapes: Alicante Bouschet, Aragonez, Touriga Franca
Bottle Size: 75cl
Alcohol: 14.5%
Serving Temperature: 16–18ºC

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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.

Producer: Esporão

Region: Alentejo

Country: Portugal

Wine Style: White Wine

Grape: Antão Vaz, Perrum, Roupeiro

Bottle: 750ml

Alcohol content: 13%

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The first Monte Velho harvest dates back to 1991 and was first released to the market in 1992, priced at 200 escudos at the time. Inspired by the flagship Esporão Reserve, Monte Velho revolutionised everyday wine consumption by bringing a quality wine to the table at an affordable price.

Over the past 30 years, the brand’s journey has undergone significant evolution. In 2020, 7.4 million bottles of Monte Velho were sold in more than 50 countries. Since 2013, this Alentejo regional wine has been produced entirely under integrated production practices.

The history of Monte Velho is closely tied to the territory from which it originates, making it a distinctly Alentejo wine due to its diverse grape varieties and unique profile.

Winemaking: Mechanical harvesting, destemming and crushing, alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperature, pressing, and malolactic fermentation.
Minimum ageing of 5 months in stainless steel.

Producer: Herdade do Esporão
Region: Alentejo, Portugal
Style: Red Wine
Grapes: Aragonez, Trincadeira, Touriga Nacional, Alicante Bouschet, Syrah, and others
Bottle Size: 75cl
Alcohol: 13.5%
Serving Temperature: 16–18ºC

Colour: Clear appearance, ruby colour
Aroma: Exuberant, with notes of fresh red fruit and wild berries
Palate: Fresh and light, with an elegant structure and a balanced finish

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Its solid structure, personality and complexity are the result of climactic conditions, the selection of the finest grapes from our terroir and our winemakers’ creativity. These are exclusive wines, made in small quantities for intense and intimate moments.

• Producer: Esporão
• Region: Alentejo
• Country: Portugal
• Wine Style: White Wine
• Grape: Semillon
• Bottle: 750ml
• Alcohol content: 14%

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