INCOMUM
WHITE 2023
VIDIGUEIRA • ALENTEJO • RARITY AND ELEGANCE
"Beyond the ordinary: an artisanal white that captures the mineral freshness and noble soul of southern Portugal."
The Superior Expression of Vidigueira in a Cult White Wine
The Incomum Branco 2023 White Wine is the signature gem from the iconic Morais Rocha estate. Produced in the highlands of Vidigueira, where the microclimate is unusually cool, this wine benefits from a slow maturation process that preserves fruit and floral aromas of extreme delicacy. It is a white wine designed for discerning palates: it combines structure, mouthfeel, and a vibrant mineral acidity that places it among the great contemporary Portuguese wines.
1. Fact Sheet
Winery: Morais Rocha.
Origin: Vidigueira, Alentejo, Portugal.
Vintage: 2023 (A vintage of notable citrus balance and freshness).
Varieties: A selection of Antão Vaz, Arinto, and Verdelho.
Alcohol: 13% vol.
Serving Temperature: 10°C - 12°C.
2. Sensory Experience
Appearance: Bright straw yellow with steely highlights, denoting great youth and freshness.
Nose: Complex and deeply elegant. It displays layers of citrus fruits, green apple, white flowers, and a subtle mineral backdrop that evokes chalky soils and river stone.
Palate: Firm, enveloping, and highly balanced entry. It possesses notable volume guided by a crisp and direct acidity. The finish is long, saline, and extremely sophisticated.
3. Wine Profile
4. Pairing and Suggested Moments
Pairing: A white wine of this caliber demands cuisine to match. It pairs perfectly with seafood risottos, baked fish, spiced Thai cuisine, artisanal sushi, and refined goat cheeses. In Mexico, it is sublime with scallop aguachile, fresh ceviches, or salt-crusted fish.
Suggested Moments:
- Romantic Dinner: Its name and sophisticated profile make it the ideal complement for a special evening.
- Business: A distinctive wine that conveys elegance and good taste for executive meals.
- Special Celebration: To toast memorable moments with a culinary offering that is out of the ordinary.
- Gourmet Gift: The ideal choice for collectors and connoisseurs looking for Portugal's premium labels.
- Summer / Terrace: Despite its body, its acidity makes it ideal for enjoying chilled during sunset on a terrace.
- Gourmet Family Meal: Goes wonderfully with seafood platters, paellas, and seafood dishes at weekend gatherings.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is it a barrel-aged white wine?
Incomum Branco seeks to highlight varietal purity and the expression of the terroir. Depending on the harvest, the winemaker applies careful work on lees or a subtle touch of inert wood to provide volume on the palate without losing its characteristic freshness.
Does it have cellaring potential?
Yes. Thanks to the marked acidity of the Arinto grape and the structure provided by the Antão Vaz and Verdelho, it is a wine that will evolve favorably in the bottle over the next 3 to 5 years.
Which region of the Alentejo does this wine come from?
It comes from the Vidigueira sub-district, located in the southern Alentejo. Paradoxically, it is one of the coolest areas in the region due to its topography, which makes it the historic birthplace of the best white wines in Portugal.