Pio Cesare Ornato Barolo

Pio Cesare Ornato Barolo – iconic royal wine from Serralunga d'Alba

Profound, complex, and powerful: the Pio Cesare Ornato Barolo is the epitome of the classic Nebbiolo from the prestigious Barolo DOCG in PiedmontHailing from the famous Cascina Ornato cru in Serralunga d’Alba, this wine symbolizes elegance and tradition. With its ruby ​​red color, aromas of red fruit, tobacco, and spices, and a refined structure, this Barolo belongs to the absolute top tier. It is not without reason that it received He scored 98 points from James Suckling and 95 points from Robert Parker. –

A rare confirmation of its exceptional quality. Also try the others. Barolo of Pio Cesare and the Barbera!

Taste profile and experience

On the nose, a rich palette of small red fruits and rose petals unfolds. Subtle spicy notes of liquorice and tobacco. As the wine opens up, earthy tones, cedarwood, and light spices also come to the fore. On the palate, the wine presents itself as powerful and layered: firm Nebbiolo tannins are perfectly balanced by fresh acidity. Red fruit and floral nuances form the core, while the long, intense finish reveals an elegant depth. A Barolo that is both powerful and refined, promising decades of development in the bottle.

Food and wine pairings

The Ornato Barolo is a wine that calls for rich and refined dishes:

• Classic Piedmontese dishes such as bagna cauda
• Pastas with white truffle from Alba
• Stews and brasato al Barolo
• Game dishes such as venison or wild boar
• Mature cheeses such as Parmigiano, Castelmagno, and Gorgonzola

Serve at 16-18°C and decant several hours in advance for optimal expression.

The historic wine estate Pio Cesare

Founded in 1881, the Pio Cesare winery is one of the most respected names in Piedmont. Located within the ancient Roman city walls of Alba, it remains a family business to this day, representing five generations of craftsmanship. Pio Cesare is known for its classic style that stays true to the terroir, with subtle modern accents to ensure finesse and precision.

The grapes for the Ornato Barolo come exclusively from the Cascina Ornato cru in Serralunga d’Alba, an area known for powerful and structured Nebbiolo. The grapes are harvested by hand and carefully selected. After a long maceration of over 30 days in stainless steel, the wine ages traditionally: 30 months in large Slovenian oak vats and partly in smaller French barriques, for a subtle extra dimension.

The 2020 vintage

The 2020 vintage yielded Nebbiolo grapes of exceptional quality, thanks to a perfect balance of sun and rain. The result is a wine with a deep ruby ​​red color, which will evolve to garnet red as the years progress. This vintage combines power and elegance, and highlights the freshness of the Serralunga terroir. With its high scores from international critics, the Pio Cesare Ornato Barolo 2020 ranks among the most impressive vintages of the past decades. A wine that is already great, but will richly reward patience for many years to come.