Pio Cesare Barbera d’Alba comes from Piedmont in northern Italy and is made from Barbera grapes. Matured mainly in large oak barrels for nearly 12 months, it is a dry, medium-bodied red with lively acidity and a rounded, food-friendly style.

Expect flavours of cherry, blackberry, gentle spice and subtle oak, with fresh acidity and soft structure keeping the wine balanced and easy to enjoy with food.

Just the facts
- Italy, Piedmont
- Barbera
- Dry red wine
- Medium-bodied
- Nearly 12 months in oak

Serving & pairing tip
Serve around 16–18°C. Its freshness and rounded character work particularly well with pork chops, lamb or sausages, making it an easy choice for richer meat dishes.