Esporão Monte Velho Tinto 2024
medium-bodied red · Herdade do Esporão
Vintage: 2024
Type
medium-bodied red
Producer
Herdade do Esporão
Country
Portugal
Vintage
2024
Region & Appellation
Alentejo, Vinho Regional Alentejano
Grape Varieties
Aragonez, Trincadeira, Touriga Nacional, Syrah
Color & Appearance
Deep ruby-red with violet hues, medium-high intensity, clear and bright with moderate legs.
Aroma Profile
Ripe red berries such as cherry and plum, complemented by subtle hints of spice and wild herbs.
Tasting Notes
A smooth and approachable entry on the palate leading to a balanced mid-palate with rich fruit flavors. Finishes clean with pleasant length and soft tannins.
Flavor Profile
Dominated by juicy red and dark fruit notes like blackberry and cherry, layered with hints of Mediterranean herbs, subtle pepper, and mild earthy undertones.
Body & Texture
Medium-bodied with a velvety, smooth texture and moderate concentration, making it easy to drink.
Acidity & Tannins
Fresh and well-integrated acidity provides lift, paired with ripe, soft, and fine-grained tannins.
Sweetness Level
Dry
Alcohol Content
13.5% ABV
Aging & Oak
Primarily stainless steel tank fermented and aged with minimal oak contact to preserve the fresh fruit character of the grapes.
Food Pairings
Ideal for a spring evening barbecue, grilled meats, roasted lamb chops, or traditional Portuguese cured meats and medium-aged cheeses.
Serving Suggestions
Serve at 16-18°C in a standard red wine glass. No decanting is necessary for this youthful vintage. Enjoy now.
Price Range
10 - 20 USD
Quality Assessment
88-90 points, representing exceptional value for a reliable, everyday premium red wine.
Production Methods
Destemming, crushing, temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation, followed by gentle pressing and minimal filtration prior to bottling.
Terroir
Continental Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and cool nights, planted on predominantly clay-schist soils.
History & Heritage
Herdade do Esporão is one of Alentejo's most pioneering and sustainable wineries, crafting benchmark wines since the late 20th century.
Interesting Facts
Monte Velho is one of the most popular and recognizable wine brands in Portugal, celebrated for its consistent quality year after year.
Cellaring Potential
Best consumed fresh within 2 to 4 years of the vintage date to fully appreciate its vibrant fruit profile.
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