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Barolo

1970 Barolo Red Blend

The Pio Cesare Barolo from 1970 is a remarkable red blend hailing from the prestigious Barolo region, renowned for producing some of Italy's finest wines. This vintage showcases an alluring deep red color that captures the eye. On the palate, it boasts a full-bodied profile accompanied by pronounced acidity, lending a vibrant freshness to the wine. The tannins are notably structured, contributing to its impressive longevity and allowing the wine to evolve beautifully over time. Bursting with high fruit intensity, the flavors reveal layers of dark cherry, plum, and a hint of earthiness, harmonizing with subtle notes of spice and floral undertones. As a perfect representation of the Barolo region, this wine is well-balanced and dry, making it an exquisite choice for both collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Tasting notes:


Leather

Leather

Tobacco

Tobacco

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Italy
Italy

While France takes the crown for the most famous wines styles and grape varieties, Italy is where wine was first perfected. The ancient Greeks called it Oenotria—"land of the vines"—and the Roman Empire advanced grape growing and winemaking to a level of quality we still enjoy today. But behind Italy's best-known wines, such as Chianti, Barolo and prosecco, there's an almost endless diversity of delights awaiting the intrepid explorer. The key to understanding Italian wine is regionality and (of course) food. From the aromatic and sparkling whites of the north to Sicily's rich and spicy reds, Italy offers wine lovers a lifetime of gastronomic treats.

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