Herdade Do Sobroso
In 1519, a historic moment unfolded when King D. Manuel I bestowed upon Vasco da Gama the prestigious title of Count of Vidigueira. It was within the serene embrace of this charming Alentejo town, nestled amidst the sprawling golden plains adorned with cork trees, olive groves, and vineyards, that the illustrious explorer who had discovered the sea route to India chose to reside with his family for a significant period.
Today, Herdade do Sobroso finds its place within this evocative landscape, a terrain steeped in historical echoes and heritage, now uniquely shaped by its proximity to Europe's largest artificial lake, the Alqueva Dam.
The story of Herdade Do Sobroso unfolds against the backdrop of Sofia and Filipe's youthful ambitions. Still college students at the time, their lives were forever changed when Sofia's father acquired the expansive 4,000-acre estate that would become Herdade Do Sobroso. Together, this enterprising young couple embarked on the ambitious task of establishing one of Alentejo's most extensive vineyards. Their dedication and unwavering commitment shine through in every drop of Herdade do Sobroso wine, a testament to their enduring pursuit of quality.
Nestled in the heart of Vidigueira, Alentejo, Herdade do Sobroso is enveloped by the Mendro mountain range to the north, the graceful Guadiana River to the east, and a vast, uninterrupted plain stretching as far as the eye can see to the south. In this harmonious natural setting, the fertile land has found its home, and it is here that the winery stands as a beacon of modernity and functionality, dedicated to the production of wines of unparalleled quality.
From its inception, Herdade do Sobroso has remained steadfast in its commitment to respecting nature, promoting balance, and championing environmental sustainability. The guiding philosophy revolves around sustainable agriculture, where safeguarding the environment takes center stage.
The wines crafted at Herdade do Sobroso are a testament to this commitment—intensely elegant, marked by aromatic complexity, and graced with natural freshness.
Situated within a Single Terroir, along the banks of the Guadiana River, in the esteemed DOC region of Vidigueira, the vineyards thrive with a rich array of grape varieties. Among the reds, you'll find Aragonez, Alicante Bouschet, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Trincadeira, Alfrocheiro, and Petit Verdot. The white wines, on the other hand, derive from Antão Vaz, Arinto, Alvarinho, Verdelho, and Perrum varieties.
In the realm of Herdade do Sobroso, wine production harmoniously melds with the enchantment of its surroundings and the beauty of nature, giving rise to not just a winery but a leisure center—a place where the confluence of modernity and tradition creates wines that stand as a testament to the enduring spirit of Alentejo.
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Hand-harvested grapes were fermented in stainless steel at controlled temperatures with a 21-day post-fermentation maceration. The wine then aged for six months in 500-liter French oak barrels. The result is a wine with intense color, fine aromas of ripe fruit and chocolate, and a smooth, well-structured palate with balanced acidity.
Producer: Herdade do Sobroso
Winemaker: Filipe Teixeira Pinto & Luis Duarte
Region: Alentejo (Vidigueira)
Style: Red
Grape Varietals: Aragonez, Alicante Bouschet, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah
Tasting Notes: A wine of intense and concentrated colour. Fine aroma, with suggestions of mature fruit and chocolat, in a smooth and harmo- nious combination. A smooth red, well structured in the mouth, and with balanced acidity.
Pairing: Perfectly paired with pork tenderloin, roasted meats, hamburger and meat-lover’s pizza
Ratings: Coming Soon
Hand-picked grapes were transported in small boxes and fermented in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature for 30 days. The resulting wine is pale straw-colored, clear, and bright, with fine, fresh aromas of citrus and passion fruit. The palate is fresh, elegant, and balanced.
Producer: Herdade do Sobroso
Winemaker: Filipe Teixeira Pinto & Luis Duarte
Region: Alentejo (Vidigueira)
Style: White
Grape Varietals: Antão Vaz, Arinto, Verdelho, Perrum
Tasting Notes: Color of pale straw, clear and bright. Fine, fresh aroma in which citrus and passion fruit notes appear. In mouth, it is fresh, elegant and balanced.
Pairing: Shellfish, seafood rice, and vegetable based meals
Ratings: Coming Soon
Hand-picked grapes were transported in 15kg boxes, direct pressed, and fermented in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature for 25 days. The resulting wine is clear and bright with a light rosé color. Aromas are dominated by notes of very ripe cherries and strawberries. The palate is rounded and notably fresh.
Producer: Herdade do Sobroso
Winemaker: Filipe Teixeira Pinto & Luis Duarte
Region: Alentejo (Vidigueira)
Style: Rosé
Grape Varietals: Aragonez
Tasting Notes: Clear and bright. Light Rosé Colour. Notes of very ripe cherries and strawberries dominate the aroma. In mouth it is rounded and notably fresh.
Pairing: A wine that pairs with tapas, grilled vegetables, charcuterie, mediterranean seafood, barbecue and spicy food
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Carefully selected, hand-picked grapes were gently crushed and fermented in stainless steel at controlled temperatures. The wine then aged for 18 months in new French oak barrels. The result is a dark-colored, full-bodied wine that is fresh with firm but soft tannins and a long-lasting, elegant finish.
Producer: Herdade do Sobroso
Winemaker: Filipe Teixeira Pinto & Luis Duarte
Region: Alentejo (Vidigueira)
Style: Red
Grape Varietals: Alicante Bouschet, Cabernet Sauvignon
Tasting Notes: Dark colour and full bodied. Fresh with firm but soft tannins, long lasting and elegant finish.
Pairing: Coming Soon
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Selected and hand-harvested grapes were fermented in French oak barrels with controlled temperature and aged with bâtonnage. The resulting wine is golden in color with an intense aroma full of sensations, including grapefruit, orange peel, honey, and spices. The palate is intense with significant freshness, perfect balance, and elegance, culminating in an engaging and distinctive finish.
Producer: Herdade do Sobroso
Winemaker: Filipe Teixeira Pinto & Luis Duarte
Region: Alentejo (Vidigueira)
Style: White
Grape Varietals: Antão Vaz, Arinto
Tasting Notes: Golden color, intense aroma, full of sensations, grapefruit, orange peel, honey, and spices. Intense, huge fresh- ness, perfect balance and elegance with an engaging and distinctive finish.
Pairing: Coming Soon
Ratings: Coming Soon
Filipe Teixeira Pinto - Winemaker
Born in Porto, the city where he studied and lived until he turned 18 years old, he then enrolled in the University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro in 1993 and graduated in Oenology.
Following numerous wine harvests in Douro and the Vinho Verde Regions, including experiences at Quinta do Cotto and Sandeman, he sought new challenges by heading to Australia where he worked in the prestigious McLaren Vale region. Having been involved at Herdade do Sobroso since 2002, he knows the project that he has accompanied in detail from its genesis to the present day.
Luis Duarte - Consultant
A renowned Portuguese wine consultant with an illustrious career spanning over three decades. Recognized as one of the country's foremost vignerons, he holds the unique distinction of being named Winemaker of the Year an unprecedented three times (1997, 2007, and 2014) by Portugal's technical press. His expertise is further validated by his nomination for Best Winemaker by Germany's prestigious Der Feinschmecker magazine in 2010.
With a proven track record of success, Luis has played a pivotal role in numerous acclaimed wine projects throughout Portugal. His exceptional contributions were acknowledged in 2015 when he was honored with the Order of Business Merit, Class of Agricultural Merit, by the President of the Republic of Portugal.
Born in Angola in 1966, Luis returned to Portugal at a young age and pursued his passion for winemaking at the Universidade de Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro (UTAD). He subsequently established his career in the Alentejo region where he currently resides with his family.
