Reviews & Ratings

2012 Herdade do Esporao Portugal White "Reserva Branco"

Winery: Herdade do Esporao

Vintage: 2012

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Reserva Branco"

Wine Category: Portugal White

Grape blend: 30% Antao Vaz, 30% Arinto, 30% Roupeiro, & 10% Semillon

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Alentejo

State or country: Portugal

Price: $20

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 90 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90)

Review date: January 20, 2014

Wine Review: This yellow colored white blend from Portugal opens with mild apple like bouquet. On the palate, this wine is light bodied, balanced and mouthwatering. The flavor profile is a pleasant mineral infused green apple and pilsner beer blend with hints of white pepper. The finish is dry and friendly. This wine would pair well with many foods. I would pair it with quiche Lorraine. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Colour: Crystal clear, straw colour with green tones. Aroma: Rich and complex aromas with fruity notes of peach and tangerine and subtle barrel toast. Palate: Creamy, well balanced palate, good depth of ripe fruit but with elegance and minerality, finishes long and fresh. Ideal consumption date: 2013-2017

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