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2012 Elvio Cogno Barbera d'Alba Pre-Phylloxera

JS 93

WS 91

VN 90

JR 17

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June 19, 2022 - $31

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2012 Elvio Cogno Barbera d'Alba Pre-Phylloxera, 750ml

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RATINGS

93James Suckling

A reserved but intense Barbera with grilled-meat, mushroom and dark-berry character. Full body with layers of glorious, wild, ripe fruit. Mesmerizing red.

91Wine Spectator

Succulent acidity defines the bright cherry and floral notes, while a touch of oak adds spice and texture. Everything is in the right place as this turns chewy on the finish.

90Vinous / IWC

Rose petal, pomegranate, cranberry and mint lift from the glass. The aromas and flavors are bright and precise, while the sweet, perfumed finish makes it hard to move on.

17Jancis Robinson

Smoky (a touch reductive?) dark fruit..oozes class and refinement...really delicious. Juicy, scented, elegant.

REGION

Italy, Piedmont, Barbera di Alba

Barbera d’Alba is a DOC centered around the town of Alba, and it is considered home to some of the best wines made from the Barbera grape. Barbera is the most frequently planted grape in Piedmont, thanks to its adaptability and vigorous character. It is easier to grow and less susceptible to adverse weather than Nebbiolo, which is grown in neighboring appellations. Barbera in general has relatively low tannins but high acidity, and the wines tend to have flavors of ripe currant and cherry. The Barbera DOC was created in 1970 and the DOC wines must be 100% Barbera.

TYPE

Red Wine, Barbera, D.O.C.

This red wine is from Piedmont. It is known for low tannins and high acidity, which makes it taste both light-bodied and rich. Barbera most often drinks early, but some variations can be cellared. The wine is relatively inexpensive and flexible for pairing.