Ravera Barolo DOCG

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REGION: Piemonte

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Ravera is Novello’s most famous cru, located on the eastern slope of the township of Novello. The white calcareous marl soil, together with the historical importance of the cru & its excellent southern exposition, make this land one of the best areas for cultivating nebbiolo destined to become Barolo.

Color: intense garnet red with orange reflections

Nose: clear, subtle & delicate, with ripe red fruit, withered flowers & slightly spicy notes 

Flavor/Finish: red fruits, vanilla & spices; rolls on the palate strong & vigorous, but the beginning is sweet & the finish soft, due to soft tannins  

Varietal: 100% Nebbiolo

Food Pairing: risotto, roasted & grilled meats, mature cheese  

Process: aged in 500 L barrels for 9 months, then 50 hectoliter barrels for 21 months; assemblage, then rested in bottle for 15 months   

Serving Temperature: 59-60 °F

Alcohol: 15%

 

Awards:

’06, ’08: TRE (3) BICCHIERI

‘96, ‘97, ‘99-’01, ‘03-’05, ’07, ’09-’13: DUE (2) BICCHIERI

’06, ’07: 93 POINTS, ‘05, ’08: 90 PTS: WINE ENTHUSIAST

‘15: 93 POINTS, ‘13: 91 POINTS: JAMESSUCKLING.COM

 

’06: 96 POINTS, ‘97, ’09-’12: 93 PTS 
‘15: 92 PTS, ’07: 91 PTS
‘96, ‘05, ’13: 90 PTS