Elvio Cogno Barolo Riserva Vigna Elena 2017

Elvio Cogno is a prestigious winery located in the Ravera cru of Novello, within Italy's renowned Barolo region. Elvio Cogno founded the estate in 1990 after decades of winemaking, focusing on traditional methods and the unique terroir of Novello. The winery is now managed by his daughter, Elena, and son-in-law, Valter Fissore, who maintain a philosophy of minimal intervention and biodiversity to express the purest characteristics of the Nebbiolo grape.

Wine Description

This Barolo Riserva is a garnet red masterpiece crafted exclusively from the Rosé clone of Nebbiolo. The aromatic profile is ethereal and stratified, featuring intense notes of rose petals, wild cherry, and red berries layered with complex hints of incense, licorice, and tobacco. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and refined, displaying a silky texture with polished, fine-grained tannins and a vibrant acidity that provides exceptional freshness. The finish is remarkably long and sapid, evolving into nuanced flavors of orange peel and flinty minerals.

Accolades

• Wine Spectator – 97 points

• Decanter – 96 points

• Vinous – 99 points

• Robert Parker's Wine Advocate – 95 points

Food Pairing

The wine's extraordinary depth and structure make it an exceptional match for rich, savory dishes such as white truffle risotto, roasted game birds, or a wild boar stew. It also pairs beautifully with aged steaks and mature cheeses like Castelmagno or Gorgonzola.