# Derthona (Renato Ratti)

> White, Derthona Colli Tortonesi Timorasso DOC by [Renato Ratti](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/renato-ratti.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/derthona-colli-tortonesi-timorasso-doc).

- **Producer:** Renato Ratti
- **Style:** White
- **Denomination:** Derthona Colli Tortonesi Timorasso DOC
- **Grape:** Timorasso 100%
- **Production area:** A small estate vineyard at Sarezzano, near Tortona
- **Harvest:** September, by hand
- **Vinification:** Hand-harvested in September, destemmed and gently pressed. Alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled steel tanks, where the wine stays over a year with regular batonnage on the fine lees. Ageing in steel and bottle.
- **Storage:** Steel tank and bottle.
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-04



## Summary

A complex, markedly savoury Timorasso that develops intense mineral notes over time. First vintage 2021; the label shows a 1750 “Fante di Tortona”.

## Tasting notes

Straw yellow. Delicate aroma with citrus and lemon-peel notes. Full, savoury palate.

## Food pairings

Antipasti, first courses, fish and white meats.