Reviews & Ratings

2012 Herdade do Esporao Portugal White "Verdelho"

Winery: Herdade do Esporao

Vintage: 2012

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Verdelho"

Wine Category: Portugal White

Grape blend: 100% Verdelho

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Alentejano

State or country: Portugal

Price: $13

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 87.6 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: December 17, 2013

Wine Review: This pale yellow colored Verdelho from Portugal opens with a mild Bartlett pear bouquet with a hint of banana. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, slightly acidic and savory. The flavor profile is a mineral infused Anjou pear with hints of green apple. The finish is dry and it is slightly prolonged. I would pair this wine with linguini and clams smothered with a garlic and white wine broth. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Colour: Crystal clear, pale straw with green hues. Aroma: Vibrant grassy aroma with tropical and citric fruit notes of lime and grapefruit. Palate: The palate is fresh and elegant with mineral notes and a clean acid finish which is long and persistent.

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