Cortese (Italy)

Custoza is a white wine from the Veneto region.

it is made 70% Cortese, Friulano, Garganega and/or Trebbiano grapes.

Typical Flavors


Apple
Apple
Pear
Pear
Peach
Peach
Peach
Yellow Apple

Apricot
Apricot
Flowers
Flowers
Herbs
Herbs
Almonds
Almonds

Intense aromas of White and Yellow fruit are typical Cortese flavors.

With Floral overtones and hints of Almonds and Herbal Spices.

Profile

Cortese is an aromatic wine with good acidity:

SUGARDry
BODYMedium
FRUITMedium Plus
ACIDITYMedium Plus
Serving temperature:
10-12°C (50-54°F)

Food Pairing


Antipasti
Antipasti
Vegetables
Vegetables
Asparagus
Asparagus
Pasta
Pasta

Fish
Fish
Chicken
Chicken
Pork
Pork
Ham
Ham

Cortese is an excellent Aperitif.

It is pefect with Appetizers, Vegetables, Fish, and White Meat.

Pairing Suggestions

Excellent Pairing:
Aperitif.
Antipasti. Tapas.
Salads. Vegetables.
Asparagus. Pesto. Spinach.
Vegetable Dishes. Omelettes.
Prosciutto. Carpaccio. Salami.
Grilled or Fried White Fish. Sushi.
Chicken. Chicken Salad.
White Meat. Pork. Ham. Veal.

Cheese:
Cheese Soufflé.
Medium Cheeses.
Asiago. Edam. Gouda. Jarlsberg. Provolone.

Friulian Specialities:
Asparagus With Prosciutto and Eggs.
Friuli Speck. Prosciutto San Daniele.