Sogrape’s rarest expression of terroir and tradition, produced only in truly exceptional years, is now available in a limited edition
At Quinta de Azevedo, where history is intertwined with the land and wisdom is passed down from generation to generation, a wine is born that sees the light of day only in truly extraordinary vintages. Honra is a tribute to the purest essence of this Minho estate and to the vision of those who believed in its potential.
In a setting where history, nature, and dedication intertwine, Sogrape unveils Honra, the new wine from Quinta de Azevedo. A rare white wine, produced only in truly exceptional years, that embodies the ultimate expression of what this Minho estate has to offer—a tribute to time, the terroir, and the knowledge accumulated across vineyards and generations.
Located in the heart of the Cávado subregion, Quinta de Azevedo is much more than a cradle of exceptional Minho wines. It is a living landscape, with origins dating back to the 16th century and a setting tended with meticulous attention to detail, where modernity respects tradition. Here, research meets sustainability, and each wine is the result of an unwavering commitment to quality and authenticity.
Produced from three rigorously selected plots of Loureiro and Alvarinho, Honra 2022 celebrates the perfect balance between an exceptional vintage, grapes of great character, and meticulous winemaking. The grapes are harvested by hand, cooled in a cold storage room to 10°C, sent to the destemmer, and subjected to gentle pressing at low temperatures, followed by cold settling for three to five days, with the lees being removed within the first twenty-four hours. Alcoholic fermentation is followed by aging divided into two phases: first, each grape variety ages individually for eight months in 500-liter barrels and 1,200-liter casks made of first- and second-use French oak; then, once the final blend has been determined, the wine returns to the casks, where it remains for another eight months. Aging continues in the bottle for 14 months, during which time the wine deepens its identity, gaining character, aromatic complexity, and a depth of flavor that make it even more gastronomic.
This process reflects the care and precision with which Sogrape attends to every detail at Quinta de Azevedo, where innovation serves tradition, and sustainability is practiced as part of daily life. The result is a wine with impressive aging potential—structured, deep, and vibrant—truly worthy of its name.
“Honra represents the very best that Quinta de Azevedo has to offer. It is the reflection of a terroir that we have been studying and honoring for decades—a wine that only emerges when nature and the technical team align in an extraordinary way. Each bottle conveys not only the Atlantic freshness and technical precision, but also a deep respect for the history of this place,” emphasizes Diogo Sepúlveda, Sogrape’s winemaker for Minho wines.
More than just a wine, Honra is a celebration of its origins, the embodiment of a memorable year, and a commitment to excellence. With production limited to 3,100 bottles and a recommended retail price of €60, Honra is now available on the market.