Notes of: Leather

Notes of: Clove

Notes of: Licorice

Notes of: Plum

Notes of: Black Pepper

Notes of: Vanilla

Pio Cesare

Pio Cesare Fides Barbera d'Alba

Italy, Piemonte

Red wine

4.0

Expert Rating

4.1

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Pio Cesare Fides Barbera d'Alba is a premium red wine produced by the renowned Pio Cesare winery in the Piedmont region of Italy. The wine is made from Barbera grapes grown in the Alba appellation, known for its ideal vineyard conditions. The winemakers at Pio Cesare carefully select the grapes from the best vineyards and use traditional winemaking techniques to create a wine that is rich, complex, and full-bodied. The wine is aged in oak barrels, which adds a subtle hint of vanilla and spice to the flavor profile. The result is a wine that is elegant, balanced, and perfect for pairing with hearty Italian dishes.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Pio Cesare Fides Barbera d'Alba is a robust and complex red wine.It offers a complex bouquet with aromas of ripe cherry, blackberry, black currant, and dried herbs. On the palate, the wine's flavors of dark fruit, spices, and tobacco are complemented by a vibrant acidity and chalky tannins. The finish is long and persistent, with a lingering hint of oak. Enjoy this wine with grilled meats, hearty pastas, and aged cheeses.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Bold

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Silky

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Barbera

ORIGINS

Winery: Pio Cesare

Region: Piemonte

Piemonte, located in the northwest of Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. It is home to some of the most iconic wines, such as Barolo and Barbaresco, and is renowned for its stunning landscapes and centuries-old winemaking traditions. It is also home to the world famous sparkling wine Moscato d’Asti. The history of winemaking in Piemonte dates back to the ancient Romans, who planted the first vines in the region. Since then, the region has become a major producer of some of the world's finest wines. The region's winemaking industry was revolutionized by the introduction of the modern winemaking techniques of the French. This led to the emergence of some of the most iconic wines of the region, such as Barolo and Barbaresco.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.1

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