MORAIS ROCHA
RESERVA WHITE 2022
ALENTEJO • PORTUGAL
"Structure and nobility: a reserva white that defies time with the warmth of the Alentejo sun and the elegance of oak."
The Heritage of Vidigueira and the Elegance of Portuguese Reserva White
The Morais Rocha Reserva White 2022 is born in the privileged lands of Vidigueira, one of the freshest and most prestigious sub-regions of Alentejo, Portugal. The Morais Rocha Wines winery has achieved a masterful balance in this vintage between fruit maturity and oak sophistication. Crafted with the emblematic local grapes Antão Vaz and Arinto, and supported by careful fermentation and aging in French oak barrels, this wine stands out for its volume, vibrant freshness, and capacity for evolution, placing it in the category of great European white aging wines.
1. Technical Details
Winery / Producer: Morais Rocha Wines.
Region of Origin: Vidigueira, DOC Alentejo, Portugal.
Grape Varieties: Antão Vaz and Arinto.
Aging and Vinification: Fermentation and maturation in 500-liter French oak barrels with fine lees aging.
Alcohol Content: 13.5% Vol.
Vintage: 2022.
Wine Style: Reserva White / White Wine for Aging.
Serving Temperature: Serve between 10°C and 12°C.
SKU / Code: POR-MR-RES-BL-2022
2. Tasting Notes
Appearance: Elegant, intense straw-yellow color with golden highlights; of great density, clarity, and brightness in the glass.
Nose: Complex, refined, and enveloping bouquet. It displays layers of ripe tropical fruit (mango, pineapple), ripe citrus, and hints of toasted nuts, fine vanilla, sweet butter, and a subtle saline mineral backdrop originating from the Vidigueira terroir.
Palate: On the palate, it demonstrates great structure, body, and volume. Its texture is rich, unctuous, and creamy, perfectly balanced by the natural acidity of the Arinto grape. An attractive finish, very long and persistent, with elegant nuances of noble wood and candied orange peel.
3. Intensity Profile
4. Occasions and Recommended Food Pairing
Gourmet Fine Dining Pairing: Its creamy structure and acidic balance make it the ideal companion for baked fatty fish (traditional Portuguese cod, turbot, hake in sauce), au gratin seafood, game birds with cream-based sauces, seafood rice dishes, mushroom risotto, and aged or soft cheeses like truffle Brie.
Suggested Moments:
- Romantic Dinner: Its gastronomy and aromatic elegance elevate any intimate evening.
- Business Meetings: A refined, artisanal wine that projects exclusivity and distinction.
- Special Celebration: A reserve label perfectly suited for toasts at anniversaries and memorable banquets.
- Family Meal: The perfect luxury pairing for main courses of fish, seafood, or Iberian pork.
- The Perfect Gift: A distinguished and exclusive present for connoisseurs and collectors of high-end Portuguese wines.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the aging potential of this reserva white?
It has an excellent aging potential of 5 to 8 years under optimal cellar conditions, gaining greater complexity and silkiness in the bottle.
How is it recommended to be served?
It is recommended to serve at a temperature of 10°C to 12°C to properly appreciate the aromatic richness of the oak aging without muting its acidity.