Esporão Reserva White 2023
WHITE 2023 • DOC ALENTEJO
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.
Harvest Year
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.
Viticulture
Vineyard with certified organic farming.
Soil Type: Granite/schist base, with a loam/clay structure.
Vineyard age: 18 to 28 years.
Grape Varieties
Antão vaz; Arinto; Roupeiro
Vinification
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.
Ageing
Six months in stainless steel tanks and in new American and French oak barrels, with ageing on fine lees.
Bottled
From May 2024
Technical Information
Alcohol / Volume: 14%
total Acidity: 4,7 g/l pH: 3,37
Total sugar: 0,6 g/l
Available Formats
750 ml, 1500ml
Winemakers’ Notes:
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.
Awards & Critiques
Wine Enthusiast
92pts | 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
90 Pts 2016
