{"title":"Herdade do Esporão | Alentejo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Herdade-do-Esporao-lake-Alentejo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/CollectionBanner_f2e7d12c-d48f-4fa1-a9d5-06d4919c881f.jpg?v=1674729209\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHerdade do Esporão is located 170km from Lisbon, integrated in Alentejo DOC in Reguengos de Monsaraz sub-region. Alentejo is characterised by hot and dry summers, mild springs and autumns and cold, dry winters. With a landscape dominated by vast plains and cork oak forests, it is the largest wine producing region in Portugal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Herdade do Esporão estate measures 1840 hectares with geographical boundaries that have remained unchanged since 1267. It offers unique agricultural conditions - large temperature variations, 7 different types of soil and an extraordinarily rich biodiversity that supports the ecosystem. Boasting 441 hectares of vineyards, 93 hectares of olive groves and other crops that are certified organic, the Estate is planted with approximately 40 grape varieties, 2 olive varieties, as well as orchard's and vegetable gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the estate there is also an 11 hectare ampelographic field; a living library where 189 different native and international grape varieties are grown. Here the Esporão team preserves unique varieties, studies their production potential and their adaptability to climate change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the 2019 vintage onwards all wines produced with the estate's own grapes have organic certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eESPORÃO\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.esporao.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The official website of Esporão Wines from Portugal\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/desktop_icon_cd1f9a91-a06b-4665-880d-cc47c0dde6d7_480x480.jpg?v=1588261941\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/esporaoworld\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Follow Esporão Wines on Facebook\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/facebook_icon_d3f13554-5a1f-49e3-a487-0da023dfd02d_480x480.jpg?v=1588261424\" alt=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/facebook_icon_d3f13554-5a1f-49e3-a487-0da023dfd02d_480x480.jpg?v=1588261424\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/esporaoworld\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Follow Esporão Wines from Portugal on Instagram\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/instagram_icon_07bcf872-b0f0-428b-b788-b56bac71ff21_480x480.jpg?v=1588261424\" alt=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/instagram_icon_07bcf872-b0f0-428b-b788-b56bac71ff21_480x480.jpg?v=1588261424\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"esporao-colheita-organic-red","title":"Esporão Colheita Organic Red 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Esporão Colheita Organic Red wine is a blend of several indigenous and international grape varieties including Touriga Nacional, Aragonez, Touriga Franca, Cabernet Sauvignon and Alicante Bouschet, grown on 14 year old organic vineyards. The blend is made by co-fermentation of the different varieties in concrete tanks, followed by six months in concrete tanks with unique micro-oxygenation conditions, aiming to preserve varietal character. Further maturation for a minimum of 4 months in the bottle results in an aromatic red wine, full of ripe red fruit and blackberry jam characters with herbaceous spicy notes and a silky, ripe fruit textured palate. [#intro]Organic, silky \u0026amp; vibrant red wine blend with a real sense of place...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esporão","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40380442837059,"sku":"A22ESPORAOCOLHEITARED","price":14.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/RedOrganic.jpg?v=1674734117"},{"product_id":"esporao-colheita-organic-white","title":"Esporão Colheita Organic White 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Esporão Colheita Organic White is a blend of several indigenous white grape varieties including, Viosinho, Alvarinho, Vermentino and Antão Vaz, which are all grown solely at the Herdade do Esporão estate under organic farming methods. Matured for 4 months on fine lees this white wine displays notes of fresh grapefruit, tropical fruit and green leaf that follow beautifully on the complex and intense palate, with a slightly creamy texture, balanced by its fresh and persistent finish. [#intro]A fresh, elegant \u0026amp; creamy organic white wine blend from Portugal's Alentejo...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esporão","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40380464201795,"sku":"A24ESPORAOCOLHEITAWHITE","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/OrganicWhiteBottleNew.jpg?v=1771426422"},{"product_id":"herdade-do-esporao-monte-velho-red","title":"Herdade do Esporão Monte Velho Organic Red 2021\/23","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Monte Velho Red is a wine for every occasion. With a balanced and gastronomic profile, offering the best aromas and flavours of the Alentejo grapes, it is unsurprising that this rich, intense and broody blend of Aragonez, Trincadeira, Touriga Nacional and Syrah is the undisputed best-seller of the Herdade do Esporão range. Black fruit and wild berry aromas are nicely enveloped in subtle notes of fresh spices. The palate is intense and rich, with a solid structure and long finish. [#intro]Complex \u0026amp; balanced, Monte Velho Red is an ambassador to Alentejo's premium quality wines...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esporão","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41814001156163,"sku":"A23MONTEVELHORED-1","price":11.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/MonteVelhoRedNewBt.jpg?v=1727802383"},{"product_id":"esporao-dop-norte-alentejano-organic-extra-virgin-olive-oil","title":"Esporão DOP Norte Alentejano Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil","description":"\u003cp\u003eEsperao is a masterclass in Portuguese viticulture and olive production. Sourced from the high-altitude groves of North Alentejo, this olive oil benefits from the region's unique microclimate, resulting in an exceptionally balanced profile. It leads with aromas of freshly cut grass and green apples, followed by a buttery texture on the palate and a characteristic, spicy kick of white pepper on the finish. Because this is an organic, PDO-certified oil, it is best used as a 'finishing' element. Drizzle it over grilled white fish, seasonal vegetables, or a simple tomato salad to allow its vibrant, grassy character to shine. It is the culinary equivalent of a crisp, mineral-driven white wine. 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This process does not overpower the wine; instead, it adds a beautifully rich and creamy texture. Expect vibrant aromas of fresh peach, ripe lemon, and a delicate touch of toasted almond. On the palate, it carries genuine weight and volume, balancing that rich orchard fruit with a bright, crisp acidity that keeps every sip feeling completely refreshing. It is an incredibly sophisticated white wine that excels at the dining table. It works brilliantly alongside a Sunday roast chicken, a creamy mushroom risotto, or simply enjoyed with friends around the kitchen table to kick off the weekend. A definitive, highly structured white wine from Portugal. 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