Pio Cesare 2020 Barbera d’Alba Superiore Fides Vigna Mosconi

A striking example of Barbera at its most graceful and structured the 2020 Fides Vigna Mosconi balances intense ripe fruit concentration with vibrant acidity, lifted by compelling spice and earthy depth. It finishes long, harmonious, and layered at once powerful and refined, ready to age or enjoy now.

Quick Overview

• Producer: Pio Cesare

• Designation: Barbera dAlba Superiore “Fides” (faith in Latin) from the single-vineyard Vigna Mosconi in Monforte dAlba.

• Age: First produced in 2017; the 2020 marks a point of true expression for the vineyards fruit.

• Alcohol: Approximately 14.5% ABV.

Viticulture & Winemaking

• Grapes are picked from very low-yielding vines (~<30hl/ha), enhancing concentration.

• Fermentation in stainless steel with 30 days of skin contact, emphasizing depth and extraction.

• Aging: Around 12 months in large oak barrels (botti) plus a smaller portion in French oak barriques.

Tasting Profile

• Color: Deep, intense ruby-red.

• Nose: Aromas of ripe red fruit (black cherry, raspberry), violet florals, spice, cocoa, coffee, and savory undergrowth.

• Palate: Full-bodied and concentrated, yet elegant showcasing black cherry, blackberry, violet, almond, with a polished silky texture.

• Balance: Beautiful interplay of ripe fruit, spice, firm acidity, and measured oak energetic and harmonious.

Scores & Cellar Potential

• Heiner Lobenberg: 94+ points lauds its intensity, charm, precision of fruit and acidity.

• Wine Spectator: 92 points praises its finesse, elegance, balance, and length, recommending drinking now through 2026.

This wine shows impressive aging potential expect it to develop complex savory and tertiary notes over the next 510 years.

Summary Table

“This red is all about finesse and elegance, with a silky texture aligned to black cherry, blackberry, violet and almond aromas and flavors. Beautifully balanced and long, with pure fruit echoing on the finish. Drink now through 2026. 1,555 cases made, 250 cases imported.” Wine Spectator 92 Points