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Pio Cesare

2004 Barolo Red Blend

The Pio Cesare Pio Cesare is a remarkable red blend from the prestigious Barolo region of Italy, showcasing the area's renowned terroir. With a deep ruby-red hue, this vintage captivates the eye before it even reaches the palate. On the nose, it offers an inviting bouquet of dark cherries, plums, and hints of dried herbs, beautifully complemented by subtle notes of oak and a touch of spice. The wine boasts a full-bodied structure, providing a rich and velvety mouthfeel that coats the palate. Its acidity is bright, elevating the flavors while lending freshness to the overall experience. The tannins are notably firm, ensuring a lasting finish that highlights the wine's potential for aging. This wine is remarkably dry, making it an elegant choice to pair with hearty dishes or to enjoy on its own, exemplifying the best qualities that Barolo has to offer.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Tobacco

Tobacco

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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