Professional Reviews
Antonio Galloni
AG
94
"Cogno's 2011 Barolo Riserva Vigna Elena is soft, round and inviting, with all of the richness and soft contours of the vintage. Dark red cherry, plum, menthol, licorice and dark spices infuse the creamy, resonant finish. Best of all, the 2011 will drink well with minimal cellaring, in relative terms, of course." -Vinous
Robert Parker
RP
95
"The 2011 Barolo Riserva Vigna Elena is a pure expression of the Rosé clone, a subvariety of Nebbiolo that is seeing a small but steady upswing in popularity. This wine is only made in the best vintages and it was not produced in 2008 or 2002. It probably will not appear in 2014 either, I'm told. But the 2011 vintage is well worth your attention. This is a deep and brooding wine that carries its extra weight and volume with the grace of a classic ballet dancer. There is ample power and determination here that will undoubtedly carry the wine forward in its aging trajectory." -Robert Parker
Decanter
D
93
"Gently extracted with a 30 day submerged cap post fermentation, the Vigna Elena is aged in large 40 hectolitre Slavonian oak casks. A very pale ruby colour and intensely floral aromas convey the distinct character of Nebbiolo Rosé. Notes of sweet spice, pink peppercorn and mint blossom are carried by surprisingly soft tannins."
Wine Spectator
WS
94
"Floral, macerated cherry, licorice and soy flavors mark this fresh, harmonious Barolo. Firm, with a lingering finish, yet fluid and almost approachable now. Should hit its stride in a year or two."
Wine Enthusiast
WE
94
"Forest floor, grilled herb, dark spice, eucalyptus and wild berry aromas fill the glass. The structured palate delivers dried black cherry, crushed raspberry, licorice, sage and pipe tobacco while taut noble tannins provide impressive support. It's savory and full bodied but also boasts an irresistible, almost weightless elegance."
