Identity
| Producer | Pio Cesare |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOC |
| Grapes | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Bright and luminous garnet red. |
| Aroma | Delicate and subtle aromas of strawberry, licorice, cherry, and violet notes. |
| Palate | Enveloping on the palate with pleasant softness, warmth, fine tannic texture, and a beautiful persistent woody finish. |
| Finish | A persistent finish with soft, almost sweet tannins that provide pleasantness, fragrance, and a beautiful woody persistence. |
| Food Pairing | Excellent with cured meats, aged cheeses, pasta dishes, and main courses of meat. |
| Aging Potential | High aging potential due to the structure and body enhanced by Barolo and Barbaresco grapes. |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 14.5 |
| Aging Process | Aged for 24 months in French and Slavonian oak casks, with a small portion in barriques. |
| Fermentation | Fermentation in stainless steel tanks with skin maceration for about 20 days. |
Terroir
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Manual harvest with selection of the best grapes. |
Interesting facts
| The winery was founded in 1881 by Cesare Pio, who was one of the first to believe in the potential of Barolo and Barbaresco. The historic cellars are located in the center of Alba, built on ancient Roman walls. |