Monte Velho White Esporao

Climate With a distinctly Alentejo profile this wine aims to transmit the uniqueness of the Alentejo and the quality of Herdade do Esporao wines to more people. Balanced and gastronomic it is an excellent choice for a variety of occasions and consumers. Harvest Year Spring had lower temperatures and higher humidity than in previous years – ideal climatic conditions for fungal diseases in the vines implying increased care to avoid mildew attacks. The cooler temperatures at this time of year provided a longer period of vegetative growth and despite the heat felt since July the beginning of the harvest took place about 10 days later than usual. The hot weather continued throughout the harvest fruit condition was excellent. Despite the heat sugar levels were normal and acidities a little lower than normal. Vinification Destemmed must chilled membrane pressing cold settling temperature controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks centrifuging cold stabilization membran