Barolo DOCG

Notes - This historic family-owned estate is named after its founder Cesare Pio, who established the business in 1881. It is based in Alba in the heart of the Piemonte region, nestled between the Alps and the Mediterranean Sea. The surrounding hills provide a handful of ideal exposures for grape growing with unique micro-climates. The confluence of cold Alpine air with warm maritime moisture regularly creates a misty glow, or ‘nebbia’, over these foothills, hence Nebbiolo, the great red variety of the region. 100% Nebbiolo from family-owned vineyards in Serralunga d’Alba (Ornato), Grinzane Cavour (Gustava), La Morra (Roncaglie), Barolo-Novello(Ravera). The Balance of the grapes comes from other exclusive vineyards owned by other growers who have been providing grapes to the Pio Family for generations. The wine is vinified in stainless stell tanks, 30 days skin contact, prior to being aged in mid-toasted French oak for 3 years: 70% in 20 to 50 hectoliters casks; 30% in barriques. On the nose there are hints of violets, blackberry jam, liquorice and cloves. The palate is dry and austere, with a lingering hint of almonds.
 
     

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