WS 95   JD 97

Elvio Cogno Description

The 2018 Barolo Ravera Bricco Pernice proves to be the most powerful expression among all those produced with the grapes from Ravera MGA. Dressed in a light garnet red color that immediately refers to the grape variety of origin, it has a variegated and intriguing nose, with hints of dark fruit in the foreground, followed by fascinating aromas of underbrush and spices. The palate immediately reveals its strength, softened by freshness, savoriness, and a note of blood orange that refreshes and gives energy to the sip, for a harmonious result and great impact.

Wine Spectator: 95 points

Perfumed, exuding aromas of rose, cherry, raspberry, anise and menthol, with the berry fruit persisting on the palate, along with mineral and wild herb flavors. Though expressive and balanced, this shows tannic grip and should evolve nicely.

Jeb Dunnuck: 97 points

Entirely from Nebbiolo Lampia, a more classic Barolo from this south-facing vineyard, the 2018 Barolo Ravera Bricco Pernice has aromas of red fruits, cocoa, fresh earth, and ripe berries. It is medium-bodied and long on the palate, with sweet, refined tannin and notes of dried apricot and spiced blood orange.