{"product_id":"esporao-monte-velho-reserva-white","title":"Esporão Monte Velho Reserve White","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes Esporão Monte Velho Reserva White \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine shows a crystal-clear, pale straw-yellow color with golden reflections. The nose opens richly with intense aromas of lemon peel, fresh peach, and white berries, subtly supported by spices and floral notes, creating a complex and alluring whole. \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0)\"\u003eOn the palate, the wine is elegant and balanced: fresh acidity, with a firm body and a soft creaminess from aging on fine lees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine \u0026amp; Food \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEsporão Monte Velho Reserva White\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0)\"\u003epairs excellently with refined seafood (such as scallops or prawns), grilled fish (sea bass, gilt-head bream), light white meat dishes (chicken with lemon), creamy salads or sushi and sashimi. It also works well as an aperitif or with mild cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the heart of subtropical sunny Alentejo in the south of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/portugal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003ePortugal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e lies the iconic winery Herdade do Esporão, known for sustainable quality and accessible elegance. The Monte Velho Reserva White is the \u003cstrong\u003emore luxurious sibling\u003c\/strong\u003e of the popular Monte Velho White: more refined thanks to barrique influences, without losing the freshness and charm of its entry-level version.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Alentejo region is characterized by a summer of very hot days with a strong cooling at night, followed by a winter that is extremely cold for Portugal. These ingredients, combined with volcanic soil and local grape varieties, form the basis of very original wines. The history of the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/esporao\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eEsporão winery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e dates back to the Bronze Age. During the Roman occupation, the wines were already exported throughout the Roman Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are machine-harvested, chilled after picking, and then gently pressed. Fermentation takes place at controlled temperatures in stainless steel tanks, for approximately 20% in used American and French oak barrels. Subsequently, the wine ages for six months on fine lees, which provides extra texture and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards\/Distinctions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e86 points – Revista de Vinhos (2023 vintage)\u003cbr\u003e​16.5 points – Vinho Grandes Escolhas\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esporão","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58944360579397,"sku":"44710","price":10.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1078\/1183\/2133\/files\/bcfe6c7b16ed97e0e188c624cab592d2d6386795.png?v=1787299774","url":"https:\/\/vechtstreekwijnen.nl\/en\/products\/esporao-monte-velho-reserva-white","provider":"Vechtstreek Wijnen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}