Susana Esteban Procura Branco 2022

Producer: Susana Esteban
Region: Alentejo – Serra de São Mamede
Classification: DOC Alentejo
Volume: 750 ml
Alcohol: 12.5%
Bottling date: 20 September 2023
Production: 2,595 bottles
Allergens: Contains sulphites

Terroir & Viticulture

This wine is the result of Susana Esteban’s personal and meticulous search for very old vineyards located at 700 metres of altitude in the Serra de São Mamede — one of the freshest and most distinctive areas of the Alentejo. These recovered old vines, planted as a field blend of traditional white varieties, deliver an austere, fresh and deeply mineral profile.

Viticulture is entirely manual, with harvesting in small 20 kg crates and strict bunch selection at the winery entrance, ensuring the purity and character of the vineyard are faithfully preserved.

Grape Varieties & Winemaking

Varieties: Field blend of traditional white grapes from Serra de São Mamede
Harvest: Manual with rigorous selection
Winemaking: Gentle pressing followed by fermentation in used French oak barrels from Burgundy
Ageing: 8 months in used barrels on fine lees
Total SO₂: Not specified
pH: 3.32
Total acidity: 6.0 g/L

Tasting Notes

Aromas of austere character, with citrus notes, marked minerality and subtle hints of dried hay. The palate is deep and elegant, with firm structure, enveloping texture and pronounced freshness. Acidity shapes the wine’s profile, leading to a tense and persistent finish. A sober and sophisticated interpretation of high-altitude Alentejo vineyards.

Suggested Pairings

This wine pairs beautifully with delicate, elegant dishes such as:

• Grilled fatty fish (sea bass, gilthead bream)
• Vegetarian dishes based on roasted or grilled vegetables
• Japanese cuisine (sashimi, light tempura)
• Soft-ripened aged cheeses

Serving temperature: 10–12 ºC