Esporão Reserva was the first wine produced by Esporão, in 1985. It was born from our desire to produce the best wines in Alentejo. Over the years, it has been a wine that has led us to innovate, grow, look at our origins, care about nature, and see beyond.
Growing Conditions
The 2023 agricultural year was hot and dry. During the vegetative rest period (Autumn -Winter) there were mild temperatures and higher precipitation values than in 2022, however, in Spring-Summer temperatures were much higher and precipitation was very low. In the vineyard, because of all these factors, there was an advancement in phenology. The harvest was early and concentrated in a few weeks, with the optimal maturation of the various varieties being reached quickly, providing aromatic, intense and highly complex wines.
Production Method: Vineyard with certified organic farming.
Soil Type: Granite/schist base, with loam/clay structure
Average Vineyard Age: 18 to 28 years.
Winemaking
Destemming, cold settling, skin maceration, pressing, must decantation, temperature-controlled fermentation 75% of the batch in stainless steel tanks and 25% in new American and French oak barrels.
We have adopted sustainable agricultural practices, more recently we have converted all our vineyards to organic farming, built new wineries, and traveled to other markets, taking Alentejo and Portugal to the world.
Art accompanies Esporão Reserva from the first moment. Every year we invite a new artist to illustrate our labels and each work tells a story that is completed within. This year's artist is Eduardo Aires.
Winemakers: Teresa Gaspar.
Aging
Six months in stainless steel tanks and in new American and French oak barrels, with ageing on fine lees.
Nose
Deep, intense, spicy aroma with white flesh fruit, citrus notes and orange blossom.
Palate
Full and unctuous with a long and vibrant finish. Good and balancing acidity.
Appearance
Crystal clear, with golden hues.