Esporão
Esporão Monte Velho Tinto
3.8
Expert Rating
3.8
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Esporão Monte Velho Tinto is a robust and full-bodied red wine from Portugal. Its deep ruby color hints at the richness of its flavors. On the nose, aromas of ripe red and black fruit, as well as hints of vanilla, pepper, and cinnamon, are complemented by a touch of toasted oak. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and smooth, with flavors of sweet cherry, plum, and ripe blackberry. The finish is long and elegant, with lingering notes of spice and oak. Esporão Monte Velho Tinto is an excellent and complex wine that can be enjoyed with roast meats, grilled vegetables, and hard cheeses.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This full-bodied Portuguese red is a blend.It has aromas of ripe berry fruit, herbs, and spices, with a hint of earthy tobacco. On the palate, the wine has an intense concentration of fruit, balanced by smooth tannins and an elegant finish. Enjoy with grilled meats or a hearty stew.
EXPERT RATING
3.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2025
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (4)
Cabernet Sauvignon
Alicante Bouschet
Aragonez
ORIGINS
Winery: Esporão
Region: Alentejo
Nestled in the south of Portugal, Alentejo is a wine region that is often overlooked. With its Mediterranean climate, rolling hills, and ancient winemaking traditions, Alentejo is a hidden gem in the world of wine.
Alentejo has a long and storied history of winemaking. The region has been producing wine since the time of the Romans, and it has been an important part of the Portuguese economy for centuries. In the 19th century, Alentejo was the largest wine producer in Portugal, and it remains an important part of the country's wine industry today.CUSTOMER RATING
3.8
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