Claudio Mariotto ‘Imbevibile’ Colli Tortonesi DOC Timorasso 2018
Short Summary:A rich, textured Italian white with stone fruit, citrus, and nutty notes, vibrant acidity, and a long, layered finish — perfect for seafood, creamy pasta, or cellaring.
About this wine
Claudio Mariotto ‘Imbevibile’ Colli Tortonesi DOC Timorasso 2018 is a small-batch, minimal-intervention white from Piedmont, Italy. Crafted from the indigenous Timorasso grape, it showcases depth, complexity, and terroir expression, making it a standout Italian white that is both approachable and age-worthy.
Tasting notes
Medium- to full-bodied, with aromas of stone fruit, citrus, and subtle almond and nutty undertones. The palate is textured and layered, with vibrant acidity and a long, persistent finish that evolves beautifully over time.
Style & winemaking
Produced using hands-off, natural winemaking techniques, ‘Imbevibile’ emphasizes purity of fruit and vineyard character. Extended aging on lees and careful cellar handling add complexity, richness, and depth without overwhelming freshness.
Food pairing
Pairs beautifully with:
Grilled or roasted seafood
Creamy pasta dishes
White meats such as chicken or veal
Mature cheeses and special occasions
Producer & region
Crafted by Claudio Mariotto, a boutique Piedmont producer focused on terroir-driven, expressive wines. This Timorasso reflects the unique character of Colli Tortonesi with richness, freshness, and age-worthy complexity.
Shipping & storage
Store in a cool, dark place, ideally at 10–14°C. Can be enjoyed now or cellared for 5–10 years to experience evolving layers and complexity.
FAQs
Q: What is the alcohol content?A: Approximately 13% ABV.
Q: Should this wine be chilled?A: Serve slightly chilled at 10–14°C to best enjoy its aromatics and texture.
Q: Can it be cellared?A: Yes, can be cellared for 5–10 years to develop additional depth and complexity.
Soft and slow pressing of the grapes, maceration on the skins for approximately 15 days, spontaneous thermo-controlled fermentation, 12 months on the noble lees in amphora and at least 12 months in the bottle.
Timorasso is a thin-skinned, trouble-maker white grape native to the south-eastern corner of Piedmont near Alessandria known as Colli Tortonesi (the hills of Tortona). Its bunches ripen unevenly and are fragile, easily detaching from the vine and can suffer from failures at flowering. It has a dense canopy that needs serious taming and a tendency to over produce, requiring specific growing sites. In other words, growing Timorasso is a lot of work with plenty of risk; no wonder extinction was on the cards by the 1980s.
