Bricco Cogni
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A south-southwest facing La Morra MGA planted in 1967, producing fine, elegant Barolo from Tortonian calcareous marl soils.
Bricco Cogni is a Barolo MGA in La Morra, Piedmont, producing structured, age-worthy Nebbiolo from calcareous marl soils. First planted in 1967 by Silvano Reverdito, the site is recognized for elegant, spice-driven Barolo with notable complexity and finesse.
- Classified as a Barolo MGA (Menzione Geografica Aggiuntiva) within the La Morra commune
- South-southwest aspect maximizes sun exposure for Nebbiolo ripening
- Soils are Tortonian calcareous marl, the classic La Morra soil type
- First planted in 1967 by Silvano Reverdito to mark his marriage
- Notable producers include Michele Reverdito, Cristina Prandi, and Stroppiana
- Climate features hot dry summers and temperate autumns, with occasional harvest-season fog
- Known for producing fine, elegant Barolo with spice, liquorice, and structured tannins
Location and Classification
Bricco Cogni sits within the commune of La Morra, one of the most important townships in the Barolo DOCG zone of Piedmont. It holds official Menzione Geografica Aggiuntiva status, meaning its name may appear on labels as a single-vineyard designate. La Morra is the largest commune in Barolo by area and is widely associated with wines that lean toward elegance and early approachability, shaped in large part by the Tortonian soils that dominate the area.
- MGA status allows Bricco Cogni to appear as a named cru on Barolo labels
- Located in La Morra, the largest and one of the most prestigious communes in Barolo DOCG
- Tortonian soils are typical of La Morra and contribute to the site's signature style
Soils and Aspect
The vineyard faces south-southwest, a favorable orientation that ensures strong sun exposure throughout the growing season and supports full physiological ripening of Nebbiolo. The soils are calcareous marl of Tortonian origin, the geological hallmark of La Morra. Tortonian soils, laid down during the Miocene epoch, are relatively fertile and rich in calcium carbonate, producing wines that tend toward aromatic complexity and finesse rather than the more powerful, tannic expression associated with the Helvetian soils of Castiglione Falletto and Serralunga d'Alba.
- South-southwest facing aspect supports consistent Nebbiolo ripening
- Calcareous marl of Tortonian age is the defining soil type across much of La Morra
- Tortonian soils are associated with aromatic, elegant Barolo styles
History and Heritage
Bricco Cogni holds a personal significance in the story of one of its key producers. Silvano Reverdito planted the vineyard in 1967, the year of his marriage, marking it as the founding acquisition of what would become the Reverdito family's estate in Barolo. This detail connects the site to a broader story of family viticulture in the Langhe, where generational commitment to specific parcels has shaped the character and reputation of individual MGAs over decades. Bricco Cogni is recognized as one of the classic sites in the Langhe for structured, age-worthy Barolo.
- Planted in 1967 by Silvano Reverdito to commemorate his marriage
- Represents the beginning of the Reverdito family's presence in Barolo
- Considered a classic La Morra site for structured, cellar-worthy Nebbiolo
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Barolo from Bricco Cogni displays the characteristics typical of La Morra at its best: fine tannins, aromatic complexity, and a profile built around spice, liquorice, and floral notes. The wines carry real structure and are built for aging, yet retain an elegance that sets them apart from the more austere expressions found in the eastern communes of the appellation. Michele Reverdito continues the family's tradition at this site, while Cristina Prandi and Stroppiana also produce Barolo from Bricco Cogni, each bringing their own approach to this expressive MGA.
- Flavor profile centers on spice, liquorice, and floral complexity with fine tannins
- Michele Reverdito maintains the family connection to the vineyard planted in 1967
- Cristina Prandi and Stroppiana are additional producers with holdings in the MGA
- Wines are structured and age-worthy while retaining La Morra elegance
Bricco Cogni Barolo shows classic La Morra character: aromatic and complex, with spice, dried roses, liquorice, and red cherry fruit. Tannins are fine and well-integrated, with a firm but polished structure and a long, mineral finish. The Tortonian soil influence lends finesse and aromatic lift over sheer power.
- Michele Reverdito Barolo Bricco Cogni$60-85Family estate with direct historic ties to the 1967 planting; benchmark expression of the MGA.Find →
- Cristina Prandi Barolo Bricco Cogni$55-75Small-production Barolo from a recognized Bricco Cogni holder, showing site-driven elegance.Find →
- Stroppiana Barolo Bricco Cogni$50-70Established La Morra producer offering a structured, traditional take on this classic MGA.Find →
- Bricco Cogni is a Barolo MGA in the commune of La Morra, classified under the Menzione Geografica Aggiuntiva system
- Soils are Tortonian calcareous marl, the dominant soil type in La Morra, associated with elegant and aromatic Barolo
- South-southwest aspect supports full Nebbiolo ripening across the growing season
- The vineyard was first planted in 1967 by Silvano Reverdito; Michele Reverdito is the key producer today
- Style is fine and elegant with spice and liquorice notes, reflecting the La Morra commune's reputation for finesse over power