Reviews & Ratings

2009 Herdade do Esporao Portugal White "Monte Velho"

Winery: Herdade do Esporao

Vintage: 2009

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Monte Velho"

Wine Category: Portugal White

Grape blend: 35% Roupeiro, 35% Antao Vaz, & 30% Perrum

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Alentejo

State or country: Portugal

Price: $10

Cases produced: 77,000

KWG Score: 88 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: September 19, 2010

Wine Review: This light yellow colored wine opens with a ripe Anjou pear bouquet with a hint of white grapes and wet stone. On the palate, this wine is light to medium bodied and shows crisp mild acidity and some roundness. The flavor profile is a Granny Smith apple and Anjou Pear blend with notes of minerality and spice throughout. The finish is dry and clean. Pair this food friendly and affordable white with bacon wrapped scallops. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: Colour: Cristal clear, citric colour. Aroma: Very fruity and aromatic. Palate: Intense flavour, elegant and balanced.

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