/timorˈas͡so/
- Morasso
- Timoraccio
- Timuassa
White
Timorasso is one of Italy’s most unique and fascinating white wines, predominantly found in Southern Piedmont and to a lesser extent in southern Lombardy.
Historically, Timorasso, along with Cortese, was one of the most widely cultivated white varieties in Piedmont. It was notably used to produce torbolino, a wine that was exported to Switzerland and Germany.
One of Timorasso’s distinctive characteristics is the presence of berries of varying sizes and ripeness within the same bunch, leading to asynchronous maturation. This trait not only makes the grape easily recognizable but also presents significant challenges in cultivation and winemaking.
The complexity of achieving uniform ripeness complicates the production of high-quality wines, but when managed successfully, Timorasso yields remarkable results that showcase its exceptional potential.
This wine exhibits a crisp, high acidity, and a pronounced mineral character that evokes comparisons to a bone-dry Riesling, particularly as it matures to around five years or more. In its youth, it presents aromas and flavors of white flowers, underripe white stone fruit, and vibrant citrus notes. Its hallmark high acidity and enduring aromatic profile are typical, although some producers are experimenting with crafting creamier iterations of this varietal.
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