COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Azienda Agricola Elvio Cogno
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The 2018 Barolo Ravera from Azienda Agricola Elvio Cogno originates from the esteemed Ravera vineyard in Novello, Piedmont. This single-vineyard wine is crafted from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, specifically the Lampia and Michet sub-varieties. The Ravera vineyard is distinguished by its calcareous marl soil, contributing to the wine's structure and aging capacity. Elvio Cogno, a family-run estate with a history dating back to the 1950s, is managed by the fourth generation, Nadia Cogno and Valter Fissore, who are dedicated to producing elegant and balanced wines in a classic Piedmontese style. The 2018 vintage benefited from a moderate growing season, fostering a long and even ripening phase that enhanced the Nebbiolo's aromatic complexity and elegance.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€90
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Ravera is considered one of Barolo's most structurally demanding crus.
Fact 02
The vineyard sits at an elevation of 300-400 meters.
Fact 03
Elvio Cogno uses large Slavonian oak barrels for aging.
Fact 04
The 2018 vintage received multiple 95+ point scores from major critics.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The 2018 Barolo Ravera is produced from 100% Nebbiolo grapes. Following harvest, the grapes undergo fermentation, likely in stainless steel tanks, with careful temperature control. The wine is then aged for 24 months in large Slavonian oak barrels, a traditional practice that allows for gradual maturation. A minimum of 6 months of bottle aging follows before release, further integrating the wine's components.
