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Pio Cesare Barbaresco Il Bricco 2020
Vintage
2020
Region
Piemonte
Country
Italy
Style
Still
Grape Varieties
Nebbiolo
ABV
14.5%
Dietary
Vegetarian
Sustainability
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Pio Cesare
Pio Cesare is a historic Piemonte wine producer founded in 1881 in the centre of Alba, in the Langhe. Now led by the fifth generation of the family, Federica Boffa Pio and Cesare Benvenuto, the estate is known for Barolo, Barbaresco, Barbera d’Alba, Langhe Nebbiolo, Gavi, Moscato d’Asti and a growing range of single-vineyard wines. Pio Cesare offers one of the region’s most established and recognisable names.
Read MoreViticulture
Pio Cesare Barbaresco Il Bricco comes from Nebbiolo micro-plots in the highest part of Bricco di Treiso, the first village where the Pio Family began acquiring vineyards in 1974. The site sits around 410 metres altitude, among the highest points in the region, with a fresher microclimate, constant natural light throughout the day and soils rich in limestone, clay and sand. ?Il Bricco? means ?peak of the hill?, reflecting the vineyard?s elevated position.
Vinification
Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks with long maceration on the skins. The wine is then aged for nearly 24 months in large French and Eastern European oak barrels, with a small portion matured in French oak barriques. Long bottle ageing before release increases drinkability and helps integrate the powerful tannic structure. This traditional regime supports concentration, balance and long-term development.
2020
The 2020 vintage produced refined Nebbiolo with strong fruit concentration and ageing potential. A mild, dry winter and sunny early spring advanced the season, before cool May conditions and rainfall slowed development and restored soil moisture. Summer heat was moderated by water reserves and regular storms. Nebbiolo ripened gradually into early autumn, with careful sampling guiding harvest between 26 September and 5 October. The wines show red fruit intensity, freshness and supple, well-integrated tannins.
Tasting Note
Pio Cesare Barbaresco Il Bricco is powerful and structured, with intense, spicy fruit and notable concentration. The palate is full and complex, with firm tannins balanced by bright acidity and refined aromatic depth. The elevated, fresher site brings precision and lift, while the clay and compact marl elements support depth. The finish is long, persistent and age-worthy, with excellent potential for extended cellaring.
Food Pairing
Pair with roast veal, duck, game birds, braised beef, porcini mushrooms, truffle pasta, aged cheeses, lamb or rich Piedmontese dishes.
Bottle Shots - Pio Cesare Barbaresco Il Bricco 2020
