Monte Velho Red
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The producer, tasting note published in 27/01/2024
This wine has a limpid look, and a ruby color. It features an aroma of red berries and wild berries, well wrapped in subtle notes of fresh spices. In the mouth it is intense and rich, with solid structure and persistent finish.
About this Wine
The first harvest of Monte Velho dates back to 1991 and was first released to the market in 1992, at the time priced at 200 escudos. Inspired by the firstborn Esporão Reserva, Monte Velho revolutionized daily wine consumption, bringing a quality wine to the table at an affordable price. After 30 years, the journey of this brand is marked by significant evolution. In 2020, over 7 million and 400 thousand bottles of Monte Velho were sold in more than 50 countries, and since 2013, this Alentejo region has been produced entirely in integrated production mode.
The history of Monte Velho is closely linked to the territory from which it originates, making it a distinctly Alentejo wine due to its diversity of grape varieties and profile. The wines are the responsibility of the team led by Sandra Alves, resulting from the combination of nature and winemaking tradition, combined with the experience and innovation that characterize Esporão.
The agricultural year of 2023 was hot and dry. The harvest was early and concentrated in a few weeks, with optimal ripening of various grape varieties quickly achieved, resulting in aromatic, intense wines with great complexity.
Vinification: Mechanical harvesting, grape cooling, vacuum pressing, cold settling of the must, and fermentation at controlled temperatures in stainless steel tanks for 15 days.
A wine to be enjoyed young, in day-to-day life.
| Type: | Red Wine |
| Region: | Alentejo |
| Grape Variety: | Aragonês, Trincadeira, Touriga Nacional, Syrah |
| Pairing: | Poultry, Italian |
| Bottle Size: | 75cl |
| Contains sulphites | Yes |
About this Winery
Determinant in the national and international affirmation of the Alentejo, Esporão is also today an ambassador of Portuguese culture, developing its activity within the limits of sustainability and building close relationships with customers and consumers around the world.
Esporão is present in the Alentejo region, where it produces wines as emblematic as Esporão Reserva and Monte Velho, as well as extra virgin olive oils. Integrated in the wineries is the Herdade do Esporão Wine Tourism. Continuing the Esporão project is Quinta dos Murças, owned in the Douro region, where terroir wines with the Esporão seal of guarantee are produced.
Esporão sells its products in all kinds of shops and restaurants in more than 50 countries around the world.
The holistic approach in adapting a wide range of innovative sustainable practices of Esporão has led to several national and international recognitions, such as the prestigious ""Sustainability of the year award"" in ""The Drinks Business Green Awards 2013"". Esporão was also distinguished with the award at the ""Green Project Awards 2013"" for sustainable agricultural production practices and received an honourable mention for water, energy and waste reduction projects.
In 2014, Esporão was included in Wine&Spirits' ""100 Best Producers of the Year"" list and won the ""European Business Awards for the Environment"" in the ""Products and Services"" category.
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from 19 reviews
Great taste
This wine is absolutely delicious, beautifully balanced, with a full flavour and a joy to drink. I thoroughly recommend it and the company.
I have been drinking this wine since around 1974, on a business trip to Matosinhos. Medium dry and fruity, with a very pleasant nose. Superbly drinkable, as an aperitif or to accompany fish/shellfish. My first experience was with locally caught clams. None of the harsh dryness of some of the dryer white wines.
A delighfull fragrant. white, ideal for a warm spring evening. Delivery was swift (next day), bottle arrived encased in a well protected package. Well done!
I just happened to buy this wine and tried it to see how it was good. All I can say is that it presents a lovely translucent ruby color, characteristic of the grape, with a delicate, almost ethereal shimmer in the glass. It’s brighter at the rim, hinting at its lighter body and aromatic nature and of course, it taste delicious.
Light, crisp, and just a little fizzy. Perfect for summer barbecues or with seafood. Easy to drink and always a crowd-pleaser!
Lovely smooth red with notes of plum and a hint of spice. Tastes way more expensive than it is! Perfect with grilled meats or cheese. Fast deliver as well.
I've had some great red wines from the Alentejo region in the past, but this white has opened my eyes to some really great white wines from this beautiful part of Portugal.
This is my go to Vinho Verde. It's light and refreshing and is a really pleasant wine to drink. Portuguese Vinho Verdes are unique among white wines I've tried in having that lovely crisp, dry quality that I so love.
A very enjoyable wine, delivered quickly and efficiently.
Very good
Wine was great and the shipping was super fast! Highly recommended
I lectured in Portugal during the ‘70’s, ‘80’s and ‘90’s.
‘ The Vinho verdhe from Moncao was an absolute favourite which I enjoyed greatly in the Fado houses of Alfama . The Muralhas is not only a nostalgic reminder of good friends but a reminder of the guality and extreme drinkability of one of the great historic wines of Portugal.
A safe and quick delivery. The wine is delicious, perfect as a light drink at lunch or with cheese or fish. Really enjoyed it! Will buy more.
Very impressed with the quality of my order, both the content inside the bottles and the delivery. Will be ordering again for sure.
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