Timorasso

**Timorasso** is a white grape from the Piedmont region of Italy, centred on the Colli Tortonesi hills, and a variety rescued from near-extinction to become one of northern Italy's most exciting whites. **In the glass** — it produces structured, full-bodied wines with citrus, orchard fruit, honey and a distinctive stony, mineral character, backed by firm acidity that gives it length and drive. **Where it grows** — it is almost entirely a Piedmontese speciality of the Tortona hills, where it is often bottled under the name Derthona, and its revival has been driven by a dedicated group of local growers. **At the table** — good with rich fish dishes, poultry, risotto and mature cheeses. **Cellaring** — one of Italy's more age-worthy whites, gaining complexity and nutty depth over several years.

Wines

• Derthona — Boveri Luigi
• Derthona — Castrum Roche
• Derthona Timorasso — La Spinetta
• Morasso — Cascina Montagnola
• Ça Va Sans Dire — Cascina Baricchi