Cortese
Cortese
Cortese is a white grape variety predominantly grown in the south-eastern regions of Piedmont in Italy. It has been grown in Piedmont for over 400 years and plantings have not spread much further in this time. There are around 1,500 hectares of Cortese planted in Italy, and the grape produces medium-bodied pale-lemon wines with moderate acidity and light, crisp flavours of citrus and green fruit.