COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Timorasso
PRODUCER
La Colombara Fratelli Sensi
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Derthona 2021 by La Colombara Fratelli Sensi is a dry white wine from the Derthona dei Colli Tortonesi DOC in Piedmont, Italy, made exclusively from 100% Timorasso grapes. The 'Derthona' designation signifies wines from the historic territory of Tortona, a sub-zone of the Colli Tortonesi DOC. La Colombara Fratelli Sensi, or related entities like Azienda Agricola La Colombera, are recognized as early advocates for Timorasso, having replanted the varietal nearly three decades ago. The wine originates from the Costa Vescovato area, situated at 280 meters elevation on Tortonian Marl soils with a south-southwest exposure.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Derthona is the ancient Roman name for Tortona.
Fact 02
Timorasso grapes were once nearly extinct.
Fact 03
This wine is made from 100% Timorasso.
Fact 04
The producer is a pioneer in Timorasso revival.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Derthona 2021 is produced using 100% Timorasso grapes. Key winemaking techniques include a three-day period of skin contact during fermentation, which takes place in stainless steel. Following fermentation, the wine is aged on its lees for 12 to 22 months in 700-liter acacia barrels. The grapes are sourced from vineyards in Costa Vescovato, Piedmont, grown on Tortonian Marl soil at an elevation of 280 meters. The viticulture is certified organic, with harvests typically occurring at the end of September.
