Bricco Pernice Barolo DOCG — 2019
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Introduction
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WINERY The Cogno family has been making wine in the Langhe area of Piedmont for four generations. The values of history and traditions handed down by father Elvio are enhanced by the freshness and innovation introduced by his daughter Nadia and her husband Valter Fissore.
WINE Barolo Ravera Bricco Pernice, named after a small hill where partridges nest, is the latest wine from Cogno. It is the result of years of hard work and a fulfilled dream. This wine comes from a beautiful vineyard in Novello, in the historic part of the Ravera cru, where the exceptional microclimate produces superb Barolo. It was dreamt of by Elvio and achieved by Valter and Nadia.
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Vineyard Profile
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The vineyard for Barolo Ravera Bricco Pernice is located in a warm, naturally sheltered area of the Ravera MGA. It has white soil with a high amount of limestone mixed with clay, distinguishing it from other areas of the Ravera cru.
- Vineyards: 100% Nebbiolo Lampia
- Appellation: Barolo DOCG
- Location: Piedmont
- Viticulture: Sustainable
- Vine Age: 30-55 years old
- Soil: Limestone and clay, with presence of sand
- Exposure: South and southwest
- Density: 5,000 vines/hectare (2,023 vines/acre)
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Vintage Report
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2019 had regular climatic conditions and a balanced growing season. At harvest, Nebbiolo for Barolo had good sugar levels and an optimal polyphenolic framework. 2019 is seen as a classic vintage, producing Barolos with good structure, robust yet balanced by finesse and acidity.
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Vinification
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Fermented in stainless steel, temperature-controlled, automatic pumping-over, post-fermentation maceration for 30 days with submerged cap. Aged for 36 months in large Slavonian oak barrels and for 6 months in bottle.
- Aging: 36 months in large Slavonian oak barrels; 6 months in bottle
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Technical Information
- Varietal Composition: 100% Nebbiolo Lampia
- Alcohol: 14.5%
- TA: 5.61 g/L
- RS: 0.79 g/L
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Tasting Notes
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The 2019 Barolo Ravera Bricco Pernice has layered aromas, with prominent notes of flowers and sweet, juicy red fruit. These are followed by hints of blood orange, candied orange peel, balsamic, and underbrush scents. The palate shows the typical tastes of the vintage: full and rich, yet dynamic and energetic, with vibrant acidity and dense, integrated tannins. With this Barolo, we aimed for a unique and personal style.
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Reviews
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Bricco Pernice Barolo DOCG — 2019 – James Suckling – 94 Points
“A profusion of floral, mineral and bitter-herb aromas precede taut red cherry and pomegranate flavors in this tightly wound, nervy and assertive wine.”
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Bricco Pernice Barolo DOCG — 2019 – Wine Advocate – 95+ Points
“The Elvio Cogno 2019 Barolo Ravera Bricco Pernice starts off with earthy notes, with the fruity ones pouring in a little later. You get potting soil, bow resin, a hint of petroleum, blue bells and mountain flowers. Fruit-wise, there is plenty of plum and blackcurrant. There is an almost green tone of rhubarb or cruciferous vegetable.”
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Bricco Pernice Barolo DOCG — 2019 – Wine Enthusiast – 94 Points
"Wild berries and a profusion of drying flowers leap from the glass of this Barolo. The palate is substantial with an enticing spiciness and core of juicy mixed wild berries that endear one to the wine. Despite its youth and the present tannins this Bricco Pernice is already delicious with a suppleness that is welcomed but do not fret, this wine will go the distance."
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Bricco Pernice Barolo DOCG — 2019 – Wine Spectator – 96 Points
"Cherry, plum, tar, tobacco and wild herb flavors permeate this muscular red, which is on the austere side today, not yielding much fruit, with a dense base of beefy tannins."