ELVIO COGNO, Pre-phylloxera Barbera, 6x75cl

🍷 Elvio Cogno, Pre-Phylloxera Barbera
Country: Italy | Region: Piedmont
Appellation: Langhe DOC | Grape Variety: 100% Barbera (from ungrafted, pre-phylloxera vines)
Style: Still Red Wine | Winemaking: Fermented in stainless steel; aged in large Slavonian oak casks to preserve purity and elegance
Farming: Sustainable

🌟 A rare and noble Barbera—vibrant, concentrated, and deeply rooted in history.

👁 In the Glass:
Deep ruby with purple highlights—brilliant and intense.

👃 On the Nose:
Expressive and refined, with aromas of black cherry, violet, and ripe plum. Subtle layers of spice, forest floor, and a hint of balsamic lift evoke the complexity of old vines.

👅 On the Palate:
Rich and vibrant, with Barbera’s hallmark acidity driving layers of dark fruit, wild herbs, and mineral precision. Polished tannins and great balance carry into a long, structured finish.

🍽 Food Pairing:
Ideal with truffle risotto, braised beef, wild mushroom tagliatelle, or aged Pecorino. Also excellent with roasted duck or game dishes.

⏳ Ageing Potential:
Superb now, with potential to cellar for 10–12 years, gaining depth and tertiary character.

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
Elvio Cogno’s Pre-Phylloxera Barbera is a living piece of Piedmontese heritage—crafted from century-old vines that defied the phylloxera epidemic. A wine of exceptional energy, purity, and timeless elegance.