Pio Cesare Nebbiolo 2012

Producer Information

Established in 1881, Pio Cesare, now run by fifth generation Pio Boffa, was one of the very first producers to believe in the potential and quality of the great wines of Piemonte and to export to the UK.  A ceaseless devotion to the individuality of each of the region’s wines informs Pio’s choices in the vineyards and cellar. He applies a ‘minimal intervention’ philosophy to wine making, creating wines that year after year, are ranked among the world’s best wines.

Vineyards

The grapes for this wine come partly from family-owned vineyards in Diano d’Alba, La Morra and the classic Barolo area and partly from vineyards belonging to established growers. The growers have been working with Pio Cesare for generations and work according to their direction and with strict quality controls.

Winemaking

The grapes are hand-picked and gently pressed and fermented at 25 to 26°C. Vinification takes place in stainless steel tanks, with skin contact for 12 days. The wine is then aged in medium-toasted French oak for 30 months: 20% in barriques, 80% in 20-50 hectolitre casks.

Tasting Note

Intense and ripe berry fruit perfumes and flavours, with rounded tannins and refreshing acidity giving structure. The wine is rich and full-bodied, with a hint of gentle toast on the finish. Elegant and fragrant, this wine is ideal for immediate consumption but has the complexity to age.

Food Pairing

Ideal with steak tartar, truffle, mushroom dishes, duck, guinea fowl, veal, braised beef, cheese.

Serving Suggestion

Serve at 16-18°C.

Press

89 Points “The 2012 Langhe Nebbiolo is a delicious red to drink now and over the next few years. Sweet red cherry, white pepper, mint and spice are delineated in the glass. Pio Cesare’s Langhe Nebbiolo emerges exclusively from Barbaresco and Barolo designated vineyards.”, Antonio Galloni, vinousmedia.com

Langhe DOC, Piemonte
100% Nebbiolo
Natural cork
14%

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