Italy — wine

Custoza

Southern Lake Garda DOC between Lugana and Bardolino; Garganega, Trebbiano and Cortese blend producing fresh, floral, easy-drinking whites from morainic soils — Veneto's overlooked lunch wine.

Year Rating Notes
2022 Warm Garda year; Custoza shows excellent floral freshness and citrus clarity.
2021 Balanced season; Garganega's floral note and Trebbiano's crispness both well expressed.
2020 Good vintage; more concentration and mineral than usual.
2019 Standard vintage; pleasant and food-friendly everyday white.
2018 Consistent vintage; reliable and aromatic.