Pio Cesare

Pio Cesare is one of Piedmont 's most iconic and longest-running wineries. Since the 19th century, the estate has been a benchmark for Barolo and Barbaresco , with a style that combines tradition, precision, and consistency.

The origins of Pio Cesare

Pio Cesare was founded in 1881 and has been in the same family's hands ever since. From the very beginning, the winery prioritized quality and long aging, at a time when many wines were still consumed locally. This vision made Pio Cesare one of Piedmont's first international ambassadors.

Why is Pio Cesare considered a cornerstone of Barolo and Barbaresco? Because for generations, the house has demonstrated how Nebbiolo evolves over time, without following fashion trends.

Vineyards and origin

Unlike many single-vineyard estates, Pio Cesare works with vineyards spread across several top communes and crus. This approach allows for balancing vintages and maintaining a consistent house style.

Major origins include:

• Barolo
• Barbaresco
• Treiso
• Serralunga d'Alba

The soils consist mainly of limestone and clay, ideal for structure, tension and maturation potential.

Grapes and style

The core of Pio Cesare lies with Nebbiolo , supplemented with other traditional grape varieties from Piedmont.

Important grapes are:

• Nebbiolo
• Barbara
• Dolcetto

The style of the house is characterized by:

• classical structure
• clear tannins
• balance and precision
• focus on long maturation
• The wines are built to develop slowly and clearly gain in complexity with bottle ageing.

Barolo and Barbaresco by Pio Cesare

Pio Cesare's Barolos combine power and elegance, with a clear focus on balance. By using grapes from various crus, a complete picture of the Barolo appellation emerges.

The Barbarescos generally show a little more finesse and accessibility in their youth, without sacrificing depth.

Vinification and philosophy

Pio Cesare uses traditional vinification methods, supplemented with modern precision where necessary. Long aging and careful selection are essential to the house's philosophy. The use of wood is supportive and never dominant.

The focus is on consistency, provenance and the wine's ability to develop over time.

Who is Pio Cesare interesting for?

Pio Cesare is ideally suited for enthusiasts who:

• appreciate classic Piedmont wine
• Want to discover Barolo and Barbaresco in a traditional style
• seeking wines with proven aging potential

The wines offer both immediate experience and long-term development.

Pio Cesare at Perfectewijn.nl

At Perfecte Wijn, you'll find Pio Cesare for those who want to discover Piedmont through one of the region's most trusted and historic wineries. This estate demonstrates how tradition and consistency combine to create great Italian wine.