Pio Cesare, Barolo Ornato other_regions The pH is 3

The pH is 3

There is a slightly finer mouth feel to the equally large-scaled flavors where the supporting tannins are notably fine-grained that imparts a different texture

showing power but no coarseness

with the 2011 Flaccianello della Pieve appearing a bit softer and plumper around the midsection

Pio Cesare, Barolo Ornato other_regions The pH is 3The 2011 Barolo Ornato is similarly rich and powerful, but there the style of the wine is more naturally in line with that style than the straight Barolo. Deep and layered in the glass, the 2011 offers attractive scents of dark red cherry, tobacco, menthol and licorice, all in a deep, explosive wine that is sure to deliver considerable intrigue and pleasure over the next 10 15 years or so. Antonio Galloni