Why Not? Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

2020

R25-C2

Barbera D'Alba DOC

Pio Cesare

Alcohol

14.5% ABV

Region

Italy

Piemonte

Grape Varieties

Dine-in Price฿1,500
Takeaway Price฿1,150

Tasting Notes

Fresh Barbera with dark cherry, red plum and a hint of spice. Medium-bodied, lively and tangy, with bright acidity, gentle tannins and a clean fruit-driven finish.

Food Pairings

Delicious dishes that pair perfectly with this wine

PA10. Penne Vodka Pink SauceExcellent Match

PA10. Penne Vodka Pink Sauce

Dark cherry, red plum and bright acidity cut through the creamy pink sauce beautifully, while gentle spice complements the guanciale and chilli without overpowering the tomato.

T7. ParmaGood Match

T7. Parma

Juicy red berries and plum pair naturally with Parma ham, while vibrant freshness cuts through mozzarella and Parmesan and works beautifully with tomato sauce and peppery rocket.

P21. Salame Cacciatorino 50grGood Match

P21. Salame Cacciatorino 50gr

Juicy red fruit and lively freshness balance the salami’s richness, while gentle spice works naturally with its pepper, garlic and savoury cured-pork character.

🍷Ratings

Vivino
⭐
3.9/5.0
James Suckling
92/100
Wine Spectator
89/100
Robert Parker
89/100
Wine Advocate
89/100

About the Winery

Pio Cesare is a historic family winery founded in 1881 in Alba. The estate is known for classic, long-lived Barolo and Barbaresco wines that reflect multiple prestigious vineyard sites.

Location

Alba, Piedmont, Italy

Visit Winery Website

www.piocesare.com

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