Claudio Mariotto Colli Tortonesi DOC Timorasso Cru ‘Pitasso’ 2021 Rimini

Claudio Mariotto Colli Tortonesi DOC Timorasso Cru ‘Pitasso’ 2021 RiminiDuring the Timorasso revival from near extinction in the 90s, Claudio took over his familys lands, began selecting the best clones from their vineyards and planting the best sites to this fickle grape variety. As one of the few saviour producers, Claudio has some of the best experience with Timorasso that there is. Timorasso is a unique grape in the Italian world of wine; inherently rich, mineral fresh and powerful, with no need for oak, and capable

It is full of expressive citrus highs and a pretty floral component that is grounded by anise

a nose bursting with stoney

beautiful balance and persistence

Claudio took over his family’s lands

artisan recipe

This delight has it all: quince

fleshy body before effortlessly washing to a tingling

perspex and 4 years in bottle) before release - they are built on acidity and are simply stunning

Black cherry

great acidity to balance 90g/l residual sugar

Pressing is very slow and gentle followed by another 6 months ageing in the same vessel

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