Reviews & Ratings

2012 Herdade do Esporao Portugal White "Monte Velho"

Winery: Herdade do Esporao

Vintage: 2012

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Monte Velho"

Wine Category: Portugal White

Grape blend: 40% Roupeiro, 40% Antao Vaz & 20% Perrum

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Alentejano

State or country: Portugal

Price: $10

Cases produced: 100,000

KWG Score: 86 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (87)

Review date: May 2, 2014

Wine Review: This yellow colored entry level white blend from Portugal is consistently pretty good. It opens with a wet stone bouquet with hints of lime and tangerine. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, slightly acidic and mouthwatering. The flavor profile is a mineral infused green apple with notes of white pepper and Anjou pear. The finish is dry and refreshing. This wine would be very good with fish and chips. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Colour: Crystal clear, pale straw colour. Aroma: Fruity aroma with white stone fruit and fresh citric notes. Palate: Firm, intense, textured and fruity, well balanced with a long finish.

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