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Langhe Nebbiolo Montegrilli DOC wine — Elvio Cogno winery — Dionysus
RedLangheDOC

Langhe Nebbiolo Montegrilli DOC

by Elvio Cogno · Piedmont, Italy

AppellationLangheDOC
TypeRed
GrapesNebbiolo
Alcohol14.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthLight
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Keeps for5–7 years
Bottled in0.75 l
Elvio CognoPiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The fruit comes from Montegrilli, one of the region's oldest vineyards, on chalky, limestone-rich soils that give the wine elegance and a gentle mineral note.

Vinification

Harvest runs from late September to early October. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks with automatic pumping over.

Ageing

The wine is aged in stainless steel tank for 8 months, then rests a further six months in bottle. Unlike traditional Barolo it sees no oak, which keeps its bright freshness and clear varietal character.

Tasting profile

A light, floral Nebbiolo with elegance, a gentle mineral note, bright freshness and clear varietal character.

Label / history

Elvio Cogno also makes wines from Ravera, one of the important crus in the commune of Novello. The Cogno family has made wine for four generations. The estate works with a few local varieties (Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto and Nascetta) in a historic winery equipped with modern technology.