Esporão Artist Series Reserva Red 2020

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 illustrated by Abel Mota.

Harvest Year

The 2020 agricultural year registered slightly higher average temperatures compared to the last 21 years, with precipitation values identical to the historical average. A mild, rainy winter and spring restored water reserves in the vineyard, ensuring good vegetative growth compared to 2019. The summer was very hot and dry, with extreme July temperatures that brought the harvest forward by about two weeks. Favorable ripening conditions allowed for a selective harvest, maximizing the expression and quality of each variety.

Viticulture

Farming: Certified organic
Soil Type: Granite / schist origin with clay-loam structure
Average Vineyard Age: 20 years

Grape Varieties

Aragonez, Trincadeira, Syrah, Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Cabernet Sauvignon, Alicante Bouschet

Vinification

Each variety was vinified separately. Destemming, crushing, temperature-controlled alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel vats, concrete tanks and small marble basins, followed by pressing and malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks.

Ageing

12 months in American and French oak barrels (20% new, 80% used). Minimum 6 months bottle ageing before release.

Bottled

From May 2023

Technical Information

Alcohol / Volume: 14.0%
Total Acidity: 6.4 g/l
pH: 3.57
Residual Sugar: 2.2 g/l

Available Formats

750 ml, 1.5 L, 3 L, 5 L

Winemakers’ Notes

Sandra Alves / João Ramos

Colour

Intense ruby.

Aroma

Wild berries, blackberries and ripe plum, complemented by spicy notes of cinnamon and liquorice.

Palate

Rich and elegant, with notes of wild berries and sweet spice. Harmonious, fresh and persistent with a balanced finish.

Awards & Reviews

Robert Parker
90 pts | 2007, 2010, 2017
91 pts | 2009, 2016
92 pts | 2011

Wine Enthusiast
93 pts | 2011, 2019
92 pts | 2006, 2010, 2013, 2014, 2020
91 pts | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018

Wine Spectator
90 pts | 2014