Giuseppe Cortese
ジュゼッペ・コルテーゼ
Master of the Rabajà cru, crafting elegant and authentic Barbaresco.
Founded in 1971 by Giuseppe Cortese, this family-run estate is located in the heart of the prestigious Rabajà cru in Barbaresco. The estate has self-bottled its wines since its founding and focuses on traditional winemaking, emphasizing the unique terroir of the Rabajà vineyard, renowned for its limestone-rich soil and ideal microclimate. Today the winery is managed by Giuseppe's children, Pier Carlo and Tiziana, together with Tiziana's husband Gabriele Occhetti, producing elegant, age-worthy Barbaresco wines that reflect the purity of the Nebbiolo grape while balancing historical tradition with modern precision.
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Who Is This For?
Ideal for collectors of traditional Barbaresco and enthusiasts of terroir-driven Nebbiolo.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the signature wine of Giuseppe Cortese?
- The signature wine is the Barbaresco Rabajà, highly regarded for its complexity, structure, and ability to age.
- Does Giuseppe Cortese use modern winemaking techniques?
- The winery balances traditional methods with modern precision to ensure the purity and expression of the Nebbiolo grape.
- How does the Rabajà vineyard influence the wine?
- The Rabajà vineyard provides a unique combination of limestone-rich soil and a specific microclimate that imparts elegance and longevity to the wines.
- Since when has Giuseppe Cortese bottled its own wine?
- The estate has self-bottled its production since it was founded in 1971, when Giuseppe Cortese began investing in vineyard land in the Rabajà cru.
- Is Giuseppe Cortese wine suitable for pairing with Japanese cuisine?
- Yes, the refined tannins and balanced acidity of their Barbaresco pair exceptionally well with umami-rich Japanese dishes like grilled eel or soy-glazed duck.