Ratings
Wine Enthusiast 92 (2023) · James Suckling 91 (2021) · Average community score ~89
Identity
| Producer | Pio Cesare |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOC |
| Grapes | 100% Barbera |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Deep red |
| Aroma | Rich purple fruits, violets, baking spice, orange peel, wild forest berries, black cherries, plums, spice, chocolate, black raspberries, cranberry, rose petals, fennel, bacon |
| Palate | Medium-bodied, silky texture, mouth-watering acidity, fine tannins, complex structure, balanced acidity, fruit, spices, structure and roundness, chewy yet fresh, layered aromatics |
| Finish | Chewy and polished finish, long solid finish, mouthwatering acidity, fine tannins, medium finish, lasting minutes on the palate |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with salumi, sausages, pasta with meat sauce, hearty soups, mushroom dishes, roast chicken, grilled pork chops, veal, pork |
| Aging Potential | Ages quite well, excellent longevity, cellar-worthy |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 14.0 |
| Aging Process | Long aging in the cellar providing balance between acidity, fruit, spices, structure, and roundness |
Interesting facts
| Pio Cesare is a historic family winery established in 1881 in Alba, Piedmont. Their Barbera d'Alba is sourced from family-owned vineyards in Barolo, Barbaresco, and Langhe regions, blending different terroirs for balance and complexity. |