Cogno
Bordini Barbaresco DOCG
Like Cogno’s other wines, this Barbaresco is elegant and structured, with a fiercely independent character. This isn’t a Barbaresco that wants to mimic its cousin Barolo, but a wine that demands respect for its full, strong identity, from vineyard to cellar. This is the wager of a Barolo producer going against the stream, grabbing the chance to come to terms with a historical wine, a supreme expression of the Langhe hills. This wine is born thanks to an extremely valuable collaboration with a friend and producer in Neive, which helped the Cogno family to embark on this new adventure.
The vineyard spans 2 hectares and is located in the Neive commune, specifically in the Bordini MGA. The Nebbiolo plot is positioned with a southern exposure, which is ideal for maximum sunlight. Additionally, the vineyard is situated at an elevation of 250 meters above sea level, providing a favorable climate for grape cultivation.
- Region
- Piedmont
- Appellation
- Barbaresco DOCG
- Sub-Appellation
- Bordini
- Varietal Composition
- Nebbiolo
- Aging
- 14 months in Slavonian oak barrels.
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
The Barbaresco Bordini is a joyful expression of fresh red berries and sweet spices, with an incredible texture of tannins that will develop sip after sip. It is vibrant with a vertical acidity that keeps the wine up until the end, with a long, complex and refreshing aftertaste.
Wine Enthusiast
93 Points
2022
"Candied cherries and fresh herbs mix with a cherry-lozenge zing. The palate zips along all bright and lean, where tart red fruits bring a party-like energy. Think of it as your favorite indie band doing an acoustic set—same songs, just more nimble. Drink now–2040"
— Jeff Porter, 2026
Wine Spectator
92 Points
2022
"This red is elegant, boasting cherry, raspberry, rose and mineral flavors. Firms up nicely by the finish, with vibrant acidity and dusty tannins, remaining balanced and long. Best from 2029 through 2040. 830 cases made, 250 cases imported."
— Bruce Sanderson, 2025
