Introduction

Cascina Nuova is the historical name of the Elvio Cogno estate and of the area where it is located within the Ravera cru.

Vineyard Profile

Vineyards: 100% Nebbiolo da Barolo

Grape Source: 100% estate vineyards located in the mid-hill region; Novello village; Ravera area

Cultivation: Vertical trellising, Guyot pruning, 100% organic (not yet certified)

Vine Age: Younger vines at a maximum of 10 years old

Soil: Limestone and Clay

Elevation: 380 meters (1,246 feet) above sea level

Exposure: South and southeast

Density: 4,000 vines/hectare (1,618 vines/acre)

Vintage Report

The 2016 vintage was certainly one of the longest-lasting in recent years. After mild temperatures in January and February, we had a temperature drop in March accompanied by plenty of rain. The “late” temperature drop slowed down the vegetative cycle. Spring began with a considerable amount of rain with average temperatures. This vegetative delay continued until the end of the summer, which also began slowly but extended until the end of September. The picking of the Nebbiolo followed the classic order: first Barbaresco and Nebbiolo d’Alba, then Barolo. Full ripening was achieved in all cases with no technological or phenological problems. The late development seen in the early part of the year was made up for during the months of August and September. In particular, the second half of September was crucial for the components that determine the structure of the wines, especially the accumulation of phenolic substances.

Vinification

In stainless-steel, temperature controlled, automatic pump-over; 100% indigenous yeast.

Malolactic: 100% in steel fermentors

Aging: 2 years in large oak barrels, followed by 6 months in bottle. Bottled without filtration.

Filtration: Unfiltered

Technical Information

Varietal Composition: 100% Nebbiolo da Barolo

Production (in cases): 1,917

Production Case Pack: 12/750ml

Cases Imported: 600

Imported Case Pack: 12/750ml

Alcohol: 14.5%

TA: 5.91 g/L

p H: 3.48

RS: .50 g/L

Tasting Notes

“Sweet blue berries, wild flowers, spring herbs and orange zests are some of the flavors that emerge from the 2016 Barolo Cascina Nuova. These aromas and flavors enrich a silky texture that creates an immediate and appealing Barolo, with sweet tannins, firm elegance and outstanding class.” — Valter Fissore, Winemaker