2019 Barolo Vigna Elena Riserva, Elvio Cogno

2019 is an absolutely stellar showing for one of our crown jewels: Vigna Elena. Named after Valter’s daughter (now in her thirties and working alongside him at the estate) and made exclusively from the very rare Rosé clone of Nebbiolo, it’s a wine that appeals both to the heart and head. The 2019 is ethereal – with Rosé’s characteristic floral lift – yet full-bodied, with sculpted tannins. Aged for 36 months in cask and a further 24 in bottle prior to release, it will require another 5 years minimum to begin to show its best.