| Type | Red wine |
|---|---|
| Region | |
| Grapes | |
| Producer | |
| Allergens | Contains sulfites |
| Alcohol contenti | 14.5% |
Spec sheet
The wine
Barbera grapes from the Barolo and Barbaresco areas give the Barbera d'Alba of the Pio Cesare company exclusive characteristics of full structure: fleshiness, complexity, softness, hints of very ripe fruit, spices and a long life. Ideal to accompany meat dishes. Excellent with aged cheeses.
What does this wine taste like?
| Light | Bold | |
|---|---|---|
| Smooth | Tannic | |
| Dry | Sweet | |
| Soft | Acidic |
Drinking and storing
Serve between 16ºC and 18ºC
Food pairing
Ratings and awards
| 2020 | 92 SK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 90 PK | 92 WS | |
| 2018 | 91 SK | ||
| 2017 | 90 PK |
PK: ParkerSK: SucklingWS: Wine
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Winemaking
| Vinification material | Stainless steel |
|---|---|
| Ageing period | 12 months |
| Barrel age | Used |
| Type of wood | French oak |
| Clarification and filtration | Not clarified |
Vineyards
| Soil | Clay / Limestone |
|---|---|
| Climate | Continental |
| Yields | Moderate yields |
The winery
Pio Cesare
Active for five generations, Pio Cesare is one of the most historic wineries in Alba and the entire Langhe area. Built along the Roman walls of ancient Alba, the winery has been active since 1881. The team, today decidedly modernized but still managed by the family, takes care of 70 hectares of vineyards, located in the Barolo and Barbaresco area. The range, based on a recognizable and traditional style, with touches of modernity which is fare from radical, provides wine lovers...
