Elvio Cogno

Barbera d'Alba mit viel Frucht, ausdrucksstarken Aromen nach Menthol, Kiefer, Leder und exotischen Gewürzen - bestens strukturiert. Herausragendes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis. SUPERIORE.DE

Montegrilli, ein reinsortiger Nebbiolo, verströmt in seinem Duft und am Gaumen wunderbare, kräftige Fruchtaromen, dazu etwas Rosenblätter mit einem Hauch Vanille. Ein köstlicher Wein zwischen Tradition und Moderne mit der typischen Eleganz der Cogno-Weine. SUPERIORE.DE

"Strawberries and orange peel with a hint of oyster shell. Medium body. Juicy finish." James Suckling

Cognos Nascetta wird aus der gleichnamigen autochthonen Rebe gekeltert, der man eine Verwandschaft mit der Vermentino-Traube nachsagt. Das Bouquet erinnert an Wiesenblüten, Aprikosen und weiße Pfirsiche, auch am Gaumen eben diese faszinierend harmonische Aromatik mit Eleganz und Frische. Ein außergewöhnlich gutes Geschmackserlebnis! SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of white peaches, dried flowers and hot stones follow through to a medium body, creamy texture and a fruity finish. Dry at the end. Fun for this grape type. Nicely done." James Suckling

"A wine that always turns heads, the Elvio Cogno 2019 Langhe Nascetta del Comune di Novello Anas-Cëtta is a mid-weight, glycerin-rich white made from an indigenous grape that is rare and dear to the region of Langa. There are aspects of this wine that remind me of the Arneis grape (another local favorite). The wine's smooth and creamy mouthfeel is one element shared between the two. So are those aromas of honey, white peach, pear and acacia flower. Aged in both stainless steel and botte grande, this wine has the textural richness to pair with white meat and even a few red meat dishes." Robert Parker

Dunkles Rubin, in der Nase dunkelbeerige Frucht, nach schwarzen Johannisbeeren, Brombeeren und etwas Tabak. Am Gaumen saftig, entfaltet sich dicht und rund mit fest strukturiertem Tannin. SUPERIORE.DE

"Fresh and fruity with sliced berry and raspberry character. Medium body and a clean, crisp finish." James Suckling

"The 2018 Barbera d'Alba Bricco dei Merli delivers that signature balance and harmony that we see in the other wines from Elvio Cogno. Barbera can sometimes take on overblown aromas, but this wine remains steady, sweet and mildly concentrated throughout. It delivers dark fruit intensity without ever feeling heavy or too rich. From a cooler vintage, this expression of Barbera shows vibrant freshness and energy." Robert Parker

Cognos Barbaresco aus der Top-Lage Bordini ist ein zentrierter und fester Nebbiolo, der eher zu den kräftigeren Vertretern der Appellation zählt. Er offenbart sein großes Aromen-Potenzial allerdings erst auf den zweiten Blick: Kirsche, Brombeere, Anklänge von Gewürzen und ein wenig frisch gehackte Minze. Dann etwas Spekulatius, Walnuss, salzige Töne und Tabak. Säure und Tannin bilden eine perfekte Symbiose und zugleich das Rückgrat dieses imposanten Barbarescos, der viele Jahre Freude machen wird. SUPERIORE.DE

"Even at a relatively spritely age, the 2016 Barbaresco Bordini is showing some carefully evolved notes and a subdued style. The wine feels well contoured and shaped with softened layers of bramble and wild berry. There is bright elegance and grace here. Pair it with some mild goat or sheep milk cheeses, such as robiola." Robert Parker

"The 2016 Barbaresco Bordini is a classy, polished wine. This is an especially gracious wine from Bordini, where the Barbarescos are often bigger. Sweet spice, tobacco, menthol, licorice and cloves add lovely shades of nuance. Dark in its expression and also tightly wound, the 2016 is very nicely done." Vinous

"Rose, cherry and licorice aromas and flavors are accented by leather, tobacco and spice in this focused and complex red. Balanced, but the dusty tannins will need a year or two to integrate." Wine Spectator

"A ripe but balanced and very impressive Barbaresco. The first indications of this are the intense strawberry essence, leather, dried red plums and pretty, lifted orange rind. Beautifully mouth-filling and complex in the palate, drawing together strands of ripe tannin and flavorful fruit. Powerful on the robust but well articulated finish." James Suckling

"Camphor, dark spice, wild herbs and woodland berry aromas shape the nose. On the focused palate, bright acidity and taut, refined tannins accompany crushed raspberry, juicy Marasca cherry and star anise. Mint and orange zest notes give depth to the finish." Wine Enthusiast

Leuchtendes Rubingranat, intensives Bouquet mit Noten nach Lakritze und Teer, dann Rosenduft und Kirschen. Am Gaumen mit sehr feinen Tanninen, würzig, delikat und zugleich sehr satt und klar, lang und balsamisch im Finale. SUPERIORE.DE

"Just mid ruby. A subtle, balsamic, lifted nose that is a little closed and with savoury, minerally notes. Opens up with aeration to pure cherry fruit. Focused, concentrated cherry fruit with a rich layer of intense, powdery tannins. Very elegant, with real freshness and concentration at the same time." Jancis Robinson

"The 2017 Barolo Cascina Nuova is an attractive wine to drink now and over the next decade or so. Bright red-toned fruit, crushed rose petal and mint open in the glass." Vinous

Barbera d'Alba Prephylloxera (oder Prefilossera) - groß, mächtig, magisch - stammt von einem winzigen und über hundert Jahre alten Weinberg. SUPERIORE.DE

"Ripe and powerful, yet fluid, featuring plum, blackberry, leather and earth aromas and flavors, backed by vibrant acidity and light tannins. Balanced in a broad, beefy way, with an excellent finish." Wine Spectator

Barbera d'Alba Prephylloxera (oder Prefilossera) stammt von einem winzigen und über hundert Jahre alten Weinberg. Intensiv in Duft und Geschmack nach Pflaumen, schwarzen Beeren, jungem Leder und feuchtem Waldboden. Breit ausladend, voller Kraft und getragen von einer lebendigen Säure fließt er flankiert von samtigen Tanninen in einen nicht enden wollenden Abgang. SUPERIORE.DE

Einzellagen-Barolo Ravera von 40 bis 50 Jahre alten Reben duftet rein und intensiv nach Himbeeren, Erdbeeren und Blüten. Vollmundig und seidig am Gaumen, schöne Frucht, super-feine Tannine und eine wunderbare Länge. SUPERIORE.DE

"Lustrous mid ruby with orange tinges. Beautiful flowery cherry nose that is still a little bit reductive. Balsamic hint and a touch of liquorice. Supple and with savoury minerally impact on the palate. Gorgeous balance between savoury fruit and firm, savoury tannins, like sucking ripe stalks." Jancis Robinson

"The Ravera cru of Novello is quietly growing in prestige and consistency. It is becoming one of the latest additions to an elite list of grand cru sites in the Barolo appellation. That quality is demonstrated in a difficult vintage such as this. The 2014 Barolo Ravera is a tight and polished expression with a glossy and gleaming personality. The fruit is fine-tuned and small in range, but it hits the senses with pinpoint precision. The wine shows the taut tightness of its youth and will flesh out with a few more years of cellar aging." Robert Parker

"Pure cherry and strawberry fruit graces this delicate Barolo. Elements of licorice, tar and mineral add complexity and there is adequate structure. Still, this should be approachable early for the light weight and balance." Wine Spectator

"Cogno's 2014 Barolo Ravera is tense and crystalline in feel, with striking translucence and a level of purity in its flavors and textures that is beguiling. The inner tension in the 2014 is simply alluring. Bright, red-toned fruit, floral overtones and piercing saline underpinnings all come to life in this compelling, deeply expressive Barolo from Elvio Cogno." VINOUS

"The fruit and depth of this wine is very pretty. With brightness and transparency. Plums, and cherries with dried flowers and spices. Medium to full body, bright fruit and acidity. A powerful finish. A fantastic 2014." James Suckling

Einzellagen-Barolo Ravera von 40 bis 50 Jahre alten Reben duftet rein und intensiv nach Himbeeren, Erdbeeren und Blüten. Vollmundig und seidig am Gaumen, schöne Frucht, super-feine Tannine und eine wunderbare Länge. SUPERIORE.DE

"Mid ruby with the beginning of orange tinges. Glorious nose of perfumed, intensely lifted cherry. Hints of black pepper and minerally stony notes. Compact, embryonic and concentrated fruit on the palate with bags of powdery tannins and succulent acidity. Great balance and length. Lots of potential." Jancis Robinson

"The 2017 Barolo Ravera is a beautiful, precise wine. Bright acids and veins of tannin give the 2017 terrific energy that carries all the way through to the finish. Crushed flowers, sweet red berry fruit, chalk, white pepper and spice all open with a bit of coaxing. This is very nicely done." Vinous

"Cherry and candied strawberry with flowers and some dried earth. Full-bodied, layered and chewy. Lots of wet earth and mushroom to the red fruit." James Suckling

Dunkle Kirschen, Menthol, Blumen und Teer sind nur einige der klassischen Noten im komplexen Bouquet des Bricco Pernice aus der Einzellage Ravera. Am Gaumen gesellt sich zur strengen Struktur und der großen Macht eine feine innere Süße. Im langen Abgang Erinnerungen an feuchte Erde, getrocknete Kräuter und wilde Blumen. SUPERIORE.DE

"Cardinal ruby with orange tinges. Savoury and distinctly minerally, still tight and compact on the nose. Immediate unity of savoury fruit, minerally and the directness and long, mouth-filling tannic tension that reminds me of Vigna Rionda. Really young, tightly wound and yet succulent." Jancis Robinson

"This has some good depth for 2014 with darker cherries delivering a stronger impression. The aromas of fresh fruit are lightly spiced and lead to a palate that has a firm and slightly chewy edge." James Suckling

"This red is juicy, offering cherry, raspberry, earth, tobacco and tar flavors. Dense tannins lend support as this stretches out nicely on the finish. Sleek and almost racy in style, with tobacco and mineral elements lingering." Wine Spectator

"The 2014 Barolo Ravera Bricco Pernice is full and soft with great fruit density. This is a nicely balanced wine that shows more intensity than I might have expected from this cool vintage that generally produced thinner wines in comparison. There is sweet, supple spice on the close. This elegant Barolo would go nicely with a beef and pork shank cassoulet. The wine has the fiber to age beautifully, but it will also show nicely in the medium-term, for those looking for a more accessible Barolo." Robert Parker

"The 2014 Barolo Bricco Pernice is vivid, precise and flat-out stunning. Like the best wines of the year, the Bricco Pernice is going to need a bit of time to be at its very best. I find the wine's inner perfume and sweetness to be utterly beguiling. At the same time, the Bricco Pernice remains taut, classically austere and in need of cellaring." Vinous

Einzellagen-Barolo Ravera von 40 bis 50 Jahre alten Reben duftet rein und intensiv nach Himbeeren, Erdbeeren und Blüten. Vollmundig und seidig am Gaumen, schöne Frucht, super-feine Tannine und eine wunderbare Länge. SUPERIORE.DE

"Lustrous mid ruby. Like the 2015 Cascina Nuova, but amplified. Great lift and focus of ripe red fruit. Ripe palate with zippy, crunchy red fruit and polished tannins. Very long, satisfying and mouth-filling without being heavy, and with intense, perfumed red fruit building up on the finish." Jancis Robinson

"Soaring aromatics make a strong opening statement in the 2015 Barolo Ravera. Bright, precise and finely sculpted, the Ravera captures all the best the 2015 vintage has to offer. Kirsch, sweet mint, hard candy and expressive floral notes are given an extra kick of inner sweetness from the natural energy of Ravera. There is so much to look forward to as the 2015 develops in bottle. This is a stellar showing" VINOUS

"This is tightly structured and dense, with burly tannins wrapped around cherry, plum, licorice, tar and menthol flavors. It’s difficult to see where this is going today, but the finish is long and will need considerable time to hit its stride." Wine Spectator

"The 2015 Barolo Ravera shows a deep concentration and dark fruit intensity. This warm-vintage Barolo opens with a ripe and soft bouquet that brings out some nice cherry notes with creamy black fruit at the back. The finish is soft and luscious. There is so much fruity succulence here that the wine should stand up to a gamey dish of liver pâté or pasta with wild boar." Robert Parker

"Beautifully pure and seamless Barolo with superb balance. Bright strawberry and floral aromas and attractive sweet spices, leading to a palate with assertive, juicy tannins that carry rich, fresh red-plum and cherry flavor. Power with elegance." James Suckling

"New leather, balsamic herb, rose, truffle and woodland berry aromas take shape in the glass along with a whiff of charcuterie. The focused, savory palate has a great depth of flavor, doling out raspberry compote, cinnamon, crushed mint and a hint of cocoa alongside a backbone of firm tannins and fresh acidity. It still needs time to fully develop." Wine Enthusiast

Dunkle Kirschen, Menthol, Blumen und Teer sind nur einige der klassischen Noten im komplexen Bouquet des Bricco Pernice aus der Einzellage Ravera. Am Gaumen gesellt sich zur strengen Struktur und der großen Macht eine feine innere Süße. Im langen Abgang Erinnerungen an feuchte Erde, getrocknete Kräuter und wilde Blumen. SUPERIORE.DE

"Strahlendes, funkelndes Rubinrot. In der Nase nach satten Herzkirschen, Waldbeeren und einem Hauch Hagebutten, unterlegt von dezenter Würze. Am Gaumen kompakt und dicht, spannt sich mit eng gewobenem Tannin schön auf, salzig, mit klarer Frucht, ordentlicher Nachdruck." Falstaff

"Lustrous mid ruby. Lots of depth and richness, yet at the same time sleek. Sweet, crushed red fruit run through by a spicy vein. Gorgeous succulent fruit, great focus and length and full spread on the finish with bags of ripe, grainy tannins. Endlessly long and succulent." Jancis Robinson

"The 2015 Barolo Bricco Pernice is an exotic, beguiling wine. Blood orange, mint, sweet red cherry, star anise and a range of spice notes give the Bricco Pernice striking aromatic and flavor complexity. Medium in body, refined and super-expressive, the 2015 has so much to offer. Best of all, it will drink well with just a few years in bottle. It is such an effortless, gracious wine. Very polished, nuanced and elegant, this silky Barolo has a ton of structure but is also impeccable in its balance." Vinous

"Ripe and dried-fruit character to the strawberry, floral and citrus aromas and flavors. It’s full-bodied and chewy. A little subdued in the palate, but shows ripe, well-formed tannins and vivid fruit. Give it time." James Suckling

"The Elvio Cogno 2015 Barolo Ravera Bricco Pernice delivers the depth, richness and concentration that are a hallmark of this pretty vintage. This wine is a pure expression of the productive Lampia clone of Nebbiolo. Generous layers of blackberry, wild cherry, rose hip, ferrous earth and campfire ash are neatly folded together to build the wine's intensity. Like the other wines from this estate, the tannic management is spot-on. You are aware of the wine's youthful structure, but it is delivered without hard edges or sharp points. A mere 4,000 bottles were produced." Robert Parker

"Enticing scents of rose, iris, perfumed berry and an earthy whiff of truffle shape the fragrant nose on this dazzling wine. The delicious, full-bodied palate boasts structure and a weightless elegance, delivering juicy Marasca cherry, cherry compote, cinnamon and star anise. Taut polished tannins and fresh acidity provide balance and an elegant structure. It's already irresistible but will also age well for years." Wine Enthusiast

Kaum 10.000 Flaschen gibt es jedes Jahr vom Barolo Riserva "Vigna Elena", der vollständig von Reben der Barolo-Einzellage Ravera stammt. Mittleres Rubinrot mit orangefarbenen Reflexen. Sehr komprimierte Frucht, komplex, balsamisch und mit einer endlosen Tiefe und hervorragendem Alterungspotenzial. SUPERIORE.DE

"Cask sample. Lustrous mid ruby with orange tinges. Savoury and a little saline on the nose, with brooding raspberry fruit underneath. Racy acidity perfectly tied into the savoury raspberry fruit. Coating powdery tannins build up on the finish. Vibrant and captivating long finish." Jancis Robinson

"A tight, firm Barolo with dried-mushroom, floral and dark-berry aromas and flavors. It’s full-bodied and chewy with a linear flow of tannins and acidity through the center, yet it remains focused and transparent with beautiful character." James Suckling

"The Elvio Cogno portfolio concludes with the special 2014 Barolo Riserva Ravera Vigna Elena. This wine from the cooler 2014 vintage stands far apart from the other new releases from the 2015 and 2016 vintages also hitting the market at this time. Ephemeral, fragile and delicate, the wine shows a softer caliber of fruit, with wild berry, cassis, smoke, tar and powdered licorice. There are earthy notes at the back with truffle essence and forest floor. This vintage offers a heightened level of complexity and nuance. This wine is a pure expression of the Rosé clone of Nebbiolo that is known for its lighter color and delicate aromas. A mere 3,000 bottles exist." Robert Parker

"The 2014 Barolo Riserva Ravera Vigna Elena is seamless in the glass, with stunning balance and all of the pedigree of this year. Medium in body and gracious, it shows elegant notes of rose petal, mint, white pepper, sweet tobacco and dried flowers. Sweet red stone fruit marry with a classic sense of austerity. All of the elements here come together in this stunning, gloriously beautiful Barolo from Cogno. Deeply expressive and intense, the 2014 Vigna Elena is not an obvious wine, but instead it is ethereal, lifted and with pure class." Vinous

"Beguiling aromas of pressed rose, perfumed berry, dark spice and new leather mingle together on this fragrant, enticing red. Showing extraordinary finesse, the chiseled delicious palate delivers juicy raspberry, tart red cherry, cinnamon, star anise and chopped mint. A smoky mineral note graces the finish while taut lithe tannins and bright acidity provide elegant support—another beauty from what was overall a difficult vintage." Wine Enthusiast

Dunkle Kirschen, Menthol, Blumen und Teer sind nur einige der klassischen Noten im komplexen Bouquet des Bricco Pernice aus der Einzellage Ravera. Am Gaumen gesellt sich zur strengen Struktur und der großen Macht eine feine innere Süße. Im langen Abgang Erinnerungen an feuchte Erde, getrocknete Kräuter und wilde Blumen. SUPERIORE.DE

"Lustrous mid ruby with the beginning of orange tinges. Fine but a little drawn back on the nose and in need of lots of air. Brooding depth and with saline notes and hints of blood orange. Quite compact and a little closed on the palate, but it can't obscure the fantastic balance between succulent cherry, the rich layer of powdery tannins and the succulent acidity. Tannic and complex fruit finish with lots of juice and energy." Jancis Robinson

"The 2016 Barolo Bricco Pernice is a baby, and yet it is so full of promise. Sweet and perfumed in its first impression but also massively tannic, the 2016 is going to require a number of years to be at its best. Today, the structure is imposing, the wine's mid-weight feel notwithstanding. There is plenty to the 2016 Pernice, but it is not showing all of its cards today. Time in the glass brings out the wine's striking red fruit and floral aromatics and inner perfume." Vinous

Kaum 10.000 Flaschen gibt es jedes Jahr vom Barolo Riserva "Vigna Elena", der vollständig von Reben der Barolo-Einzellage Ravera stammt. Mittleres Rubinrot mit orangefarbenen Reflexen. Sehr komprimierte Frucht, komplex, balsamisch und mit einer endlosen Tiefe und hervorragendem Alterungspotenzial. SUPERIORE.DE

"Lustrous mid ruby with orange tinges. Deep nose of cherry and raspberry with a pinch of soy sauce. Lots of succulent cherry fruit lined with fine, polished tannins. Fantastic length and balance while the tannins deliver tactile fireworks on the finish." Jancis Robinson

"The 2015 Barolo Riserva Ravera Vigna Elena is very tight - but then again, it won't be released for another two years. Intense, searing tannins Sweet red fruit, white pepper, mint, and tobacco come together in a wine that is not quite as refined as usually. This is one of the most tightly wound, classically austere Barolos readers will find in 2015, at least today. The searing tannins need time to soften, which will in turn allow the fruit to emerge more fully." Vinous

Einzellagen-Barolo Ravera von 40 bis 50 Jahre alten Reben duftet rein und intensiv nach Himbeeren, Erdbeeren und Blüten. Vollmundig und seidig am Gaumen, schöne Frucht, super-feine Tannine und eine wunderbare Länge. SUPERIORE.DE

"Lustrous mid ruby. Like the 2015 Cascina Nuova, but amplified. Great lift and focus of ripe red fruit. Ripe palate with zippy, crunchy red fruit and polished tannins. Very long, satisfying and mouth-filling without being heavy, and with intense, perfumed red fruit building up on the finish." Jancis Robinson

"Soaring aromatics make a strong opening statement in the 2015 Barolo Ravera. Bright, precise and finely sculpted, the Ravera captures all the best the 2015 vintage has to offer. Kirsch, sweet mint, hard candy and expressive floral notes are given an extra kick of inner sweetness from the natural energy of Ravera. There is so much to look forward to as the 2015 develops in bottle. This is a stellar showing" VINOUS

"This is tightly structured and dense, with burly tannins wrapped around cherry, plum, licorice, tar and menthol flavors. It’s difficult to see where this is going today, but the finish is long and will need considerable time to hit its stride." Wine Spectator

"The 2015 Barolo Ravera shows a deep concentration and dark fruit intensity. This warm-vintage Barolo opens with a ripe and soft bouquet that brings out some nice cherry notes with creamy black fruit at the back. The finish is soft and luscious. There is so much fruity succulence here that the wine should stand up to a gamey dish of liver pâté or pasta with wild boar." Robert Parker

"Beautifully pure and seamless Barolo with superb balance. Bright strawberry and floral aromas and attractive sweet spices, leading to a palate with assertive, juicy tannins that carry rich, fresh red-plum and cherry flavor. Power with elegance." James Suckling

"New leather, balsamic herb, rose, truffle and woodland berry aromas take shape in the glass along with a whiff of charcuterie. The focused, savory palate has a great depth of flavor, doling out raspberry compote, cinnamon, crushed mint and a hint of cocoa alongside a backbone of firm tannins and fresh acidity. It still needs time to fully develop." Wine Enthusiast

Einzellagen-Barolo Ravera von 40 bis 50 Jahre alten Reben duftet rein und intensiv nach Himbeeren, Erdbeeren und Blüten. Vollmundig und seidig am Gaumen, schöne Frucht, super-feine Tannine und eine wunderbare Länge. SUPERIORE.DE

"Mid ruby with the beginning of orange tinges. Glorious nose of perfumed, intensely lifted cherry. Hints of black pepper and minerally stony notes. Compact, embryonic and concentrated fruit on the palate with bags of powdery tannins and succulent acidity. Great balance and length. Lots of potential." Jancis Robinson

"The 2017 Barolo Ravera is a beautiful, precise wine. Bright acids and veins of tannin give the 2017 terrific energy that carries all the way through to the finish. Crushed flowers, sweet red berry fruit, chalk, white pepper and spice all open with a bit of coaxing. This is very nicely done." Vinous

"Cherry and candied strawberry with flowers and some dried earth. Full-bodied, layered and chewy. Lots of wet earth and mushroom to the red fruit." James Suckling

Kaum 10.000 Flaschen gibt es jedes Jahr vom Barolo Riserva "Vigna Elena", der vollständig von Reben der Barolo-Einzellage Ravera stammt. Mittleres Rubinrot mit orangefarbenen Reflexen. Sehr komprimierte Frucht, komplex, balsamisch und mit einer endlosen Tiefe und hervorragendem Alterungspotenzial. SUPERIORE.DE

"Cask sample. Lustrous mid ruby with orange tinges. Savoury and a little saline on the nose, with brooding raspberry fruit underneath. Racy acidity perfectly tied into the savoury raspberry fruit. Coating powdery tannins build up on the finish. Vibrant and captivating long finish." Jancis Robinson

"A tight, firm Barolo with dried-mushroom, floral and dark-berry aromas and flavors. It’s full-bodied and chewy with a linear flow of tannins and acidity through the center, yet it remains focused and transparent with beautiful character." James Suckling

"The Elvio Cogno portfolio concludes with the special 2014 Barolo Riserva Ravera Vigna Elena. This wine from the cooler 2014 vintage stands far apart from the other new releases from the 2015 and 2016 vintages also hitting the market at this time. Ephemeral, fragile and delicate, the wine shows a softer caliber of fruit, with wild berry, cassis, smoke, tar and powdered licorice. There are earthy notes at the back with truffle essence and forest floor. This vintage offers a heightened level of complexity and nuance. This wine is a pure expression of the Rosé clone of Nebbiolo that is known for its lighter color and delicate aromas. A mere 3,000 bottles exist." Robert Parker

"The 2014 Barolo Riserva Ravera Vigna Elena is seamless in the glass, with stunning balance and all of the pedigree of this year. Medium in body and gracious, it shows elegant notes of rose petal, mint, white pepper, sweet tobacco and dried flowers. Sweet red stone fruit marry with a classic sense of austerity. All of the elements here come together in this stunning, gloriously beautiful Barolo from Cogno. Deeply expressive and intense, the 2014 Vigna Elena is not an obvious wine, but instead it is ethereal, lifted and with pure class." Vinous

"Beguiling aromas of pressed rose, perfumed berry, dark spice and new leather mingle together on this fragrant, enticing red. Showing extraordinary finesse, the chiseled delicious palate delivers juicy raspberry, tart red cherry, cinnamon, star anise and chopped mint. A smoky mineral note graces the finish while taut lithe tannins and bright acidity provide elegant support—another beauty from what was overall a difficult vintage." Wine Enthusiast

Dunkle Kirschen, Menthol, Blumen und Teer sind nur einige der klassischen Noten im komplexen Bouquet des Bricco Pernice aus der Einzellage Ravera. Am Gaumen gesellt sich zur strengen Struktur und der großen Macht eine feine innere Süße. Im langen Abgang Erinnerungen an feuchte Erde, getrocknete Kräuter und wilde Blumen. SUPERIORE.DE

"Lustrous mid ruby with the beginning of orange tinges. Fine but a little drawn back on the nose and in need of lots of air. Brooding depth and with saline notes and hints of blood orange. Quite compact and a little closed on the palate, but it can't obscure the fantastic balance between succulent cherry, the rich layer of powdery tannins and the succulent acidity. Tannic and complex fruit finish with lots of juice and energy." Jancis Robinson

"The 2016 Barolo Bricco Pernice is a baby, and yet it is so full of promise. Sweet and perfumed in its first impression but also massively tannic, the 2016 is going to require a number of years to be at its best. Today, the structure is imposing, the wine's mid-weight feel notwithstanding. There is plenty to the 2016 Pernice, but it is not showing all of its cards today. Time in the glass brings out the wine's striking red fruit and floral aromatics and inner perfume." Vinous

Kaum 10.000 Flaschen gibt es jedes Jahr vom Barolo Riserva "Vigna Elena", der vollständig von Reben der Barolo-Einzellage Ravera stammt. Mittleres Rubinrot mit orangefarbenen Reflexen. Sehr komprimierte Frucht, komplex, balsamisch und mit einer endlosen Tiefe und hervorragendem Alterungspotenzial. SUPERIORE.DE

"Lustrous mid ruby with orange tinges. Deep nose of cherry and raspberry with a pinch of soy sauce. Lots of succulent cherry fruit lined with fine, polished tannins. Fantastic length and balance while the tannins deliver tactile fireworks on the finish." Jancis Robinson

"The 2015 Barolo Riserva Ravera Vigna Elena is very tight - but then again, it won't be released for another two years. Intense, searing tannins Sweet red fruit, white pepper, mint, and tobacco come together in a wine that is not quite as refined as usually. This is one of the most tightly wound, classically austere Barolos readers will find in 2015, at least today. The searing tannins need time to soften, which will in turn allow the fruit to emerge more fully." Vinous

Einzellagen-Barolo Ravera von 40 bis 50 Jahre alten Reben duftet rein und intensiv nach Himbeeren, Erdbeeren und Blüten. Vollmundig und seidig am Gaumen, schöne Frucht, super feine Tannine und eine wunderbare Länge. SUPERIORE.DE

"Lustrous mid ruby with orange tinges. Beautiful flowery cherry nose that is still a little bit reductive. Balsamic hint and a touch of liquorice. Supple and with savoury minerally impact on the palate. Gorgeous balance between savoury fruit and firm, savoury tannins, like sucking ripe stalks." Jancis Robinson

"The Ravera cru of Novello is quietly growing in prestige and consistency. It is becoming one of the latest additions to an elite list of grand cru sites in the Barolo appellation. That quality is demonstrated in a difficult vintage such as this. The 2014 Barolo Ravera is a tight and polished expression with a glossy and gleaming personality. The fruit is fine-tuned and small in range, but it hits the senses with pinpoint precision. The wine shows the taut tightness of its youth and will flesh out with a few more years of cellar aging." Robert Parker

"Pure cherry and strawberry fruit graces this delicate Barolo. Elements of licorice, tar and mineral add complexity and there is adequate structure. Still, this should be approachable early for the light weight and balance." Wine Spectator

"Cogno's 2014 Barolo Ravera is tense and crystalline in feel, with striking translucence and a level of purity in its flavors and textures that is beguiling. The inner tension in the 2014 is simply alluring. Bright, red-toned fruit, floral overtones and piercing saline underpinnings all come to life in this compelling, deeply expressive Barolo from Elvio Cogno." VINOUS

"The fruit and depth of this wine is very pretty. With brightness and transparency. Plums, and cherries with dried flowers and spices. Medium to full body, bright fruit and acidity. A powerful finish. A fantastic 2014. " James Suckling

Einzellagen-Barolo Ravera von 40 bis 50 Jahre alten Reben duftet rein und intensiv nach Himbeeren, Erdbeeren und Blüten. Vollmundig und seidig am Gaumen, schöne Frucht, super-feine Tannine und eine wunderbare Länge. SUPERIORE.DE

"Mid ruby with the beginning of orange tinges. Glorious nose of perfumed, intensely lifted cherry. Hints of black pepper and minerally stony notes. Compact, embryonic and concentrated fruit on the palate with bags of powdery tannins and succulent acidity. Great balance and length. Lots of potential." Jancis Robinson

"The 2017 Barolo Ravera is a beautiful, precise wine. Bright acids and veins of tannin give the 2017 terrific energy that carries all the way through to the finish. Crushed flowers, sweet red berry fruit, chalk, white pepper and spice all open with a bit of coaxing. This is very nicely done." Vinous

"Cherry and candied strawberry with flowers and some dried earth. Full-bodied, layered and chewy. Lots of wet earth and mushroom to the red fruit." James Suckling