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The Pio Cesare winery near Alba in Italy's Piedmont region was founded by its namesake in 1881. Great-grandson, Pio Boffa continues the tradition of this internationally respected winery by emphasizing viticulture and innovative winemaking. Contemporary techniques applied to Piedmont's noble grape varieties result in wines of great character and distinction. Pio Cesare's Barolo has always been produced through careful blending of grapes from different vineyards. The grapes from Serralunga give a full body, the ones from Castiglione Falletto offer an ethereal and tempting nose, and those from Monforte provide class and a refined nature. The Barolo 2003 has an intense glossy garnet color, with orange reflections. The bouquet is ethereal, with hints of violets, blackberry jam, licorice and cloves. The palate is dry and austere, with a lingering hint of almonds. |
