{"product_id":"pio-cesare-barbaresco-pio-docg-italy-2021-1-bottle","title":"Pio Cesare Barbaresco Pio DOCG Italy 2021 - 1 Bottle","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePio Cesare is one of Piedmont's historic wine estates, founded in Alba in 1881. The family is renowned for producing classic Barolo and Barbaresco that combine traditional winemaking with carefully selected vineyard sites. Barbaresco Pio is an elegant expression of Nebbiolo, showcasing the freshness, perfume and structure associated with the appellation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2021 vintage was an excellent year for Nebbiolo in Piedmont. A long growing season encouraged slow and even ripening, allowing the grapes to develop concentrated fruit, mature tannins and aromatic complexity while retaining vibrant acidity and freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaking Techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade from 100% Nebbiolo sourced from selected Barbaresco vineyards, the grapes are traditionally fermented with extended maceration to develop colour, flavour and structure. The wine is matured in oak, with large casks helping preserve the fruit and mineral character while allowing the tannins to soften and integrate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bright ruby red with garnet reflections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAroma:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Red cherry, raspberry and rose petals with hints of violet, liquorice and subtle spice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Elegant and medium to full-bodied, with juicy red fruit, vibrant acidity and refined tannins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Long and savoury, with floral, mineral and lightly spicy notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• 100% Nebbiolo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Barbaresco DOCG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Elegant and aromatic Piedmontese red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Vibrant acidity with refined tannins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Red cherry, raspberry, floral and spice character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Excellent potential for further bottle development\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing Recommendations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairs beautifully with fresh pasta, truffle dishes, mushroom risotto, roast poultry, veal, pork, grilled meats and mature Italian cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pio Cesare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44347037515956,"sku":"VP-PCBBPDIB21-1P","price":162.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/5805\/8164\/files\/e8ifavkbxqik3bzrastq.jpg?v=1786707027","url":"https:\/\/justwines.com.au\/products\/pio-cesare-barbaresco-pio-docg-italy-2021-1-bottle","provider":"Just Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}