This is a stunningly precise expression of Nebbiolo that shows exceptionally well in this vintage. The 2013 Barolo Ravera benefits from slightly higher altitudes that help to develop the singular linearity and focus of the wine. If many other celebrated crus, such as Cannubi and Brunate, exist at 250 to 350 meters, Ravera starts at 380 meters. That higher positioning means that fruit is harvested as much as ten days after the other sites. This wine offers a savory vein with iron and pencil shaving. But it also fills out generously over the palate with dark fruit and spice. This Barolo promise a long aging future.

Valter Fissore makes the wines from the estate belonging to his wife Nadia Cogno, and their best known Barolos are from Ravera in Novello, where the vines grow at almost 400 metres in altitude. There are pronounced raspberry aromas here, and the palate has gained in grip and persistence since it was released. It's still taut but has spice notes and a long finish.