At a glance

Producer

Poderi e Cantine Oddero

Region

Derthona (Tortona), Piedmont, Italy

Grape variety

Timorasso

Wine type

White

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$30-$40

Tasting profile

Youthful citrus, white flowers, and mineral notes with slightly firm texture.

Evolution: Will develop honeyed, nutty, and toasted almond notes over time.

At peak: Complex layers of orchard fruit, toasted hazelnuts, vibrant minerality balanced by acidity.

Structure

Acidity

High, vibrant acidity balancing richness

Tannins

Low (typical of white wines but fuller body adds texture)

Alcohol

13.5%-14%

Aging potential

15+ years due to grape variety's structure and exemplary producer care

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2027 to 2032

Optimal window

2024 to 2035

Current status

Approaching early drinking readiness with notable aging potential

Current condition

The 2021 vintage is developing complexity; vibrant acidity and structure ensure long life ahead.

Timorasso is a rare white grape with thick skins, allowing phenolic complexity and excellent acidity, supported by Poderi e Cantine Oddero’s traditional practices and vineyard site in Derthona. This enables long aging capacity uncommon for most whites. The 2021 vintage’s quality and structure indicate a drinking window extending well into the 2030s.

Food pairing

Pairs exceptionally well with rich fish dishes, poultry with cream sauces, truffle-based recipes (Piedmont specialty), and aged cheeses.

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C / 50-54°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Use of sustainable farming methods including cover crops, minimal pesticides, manual harvest to reduce impact; energy-efficient winery operations; lightweight glass bottles for reduced transport emissions

Poderi e Cantine Oddero is committed to sustainable viticulture through organic farming approaches and careful resource use. The vineyard's hillside location promotes natural drainage and reduces need for irrigation. Packaging choices favor environmental impact reduction. This 2021 Timorasso reflects these values in both vineyard and winery management.