A real oenological gem, this Barolo Ravera DOCG proposed by Abbona. This is a 2015 vintage, so it is still a relatively young wine, capable of giving us great satisfaction for many years to come. This 100% Nebbiolo, ça-va-sans-dire, is the result of careful processing in the cellar. Destemming and crushing precede the pellicular maceration phase, which continues for about 24 hours at a controlled temperature and leads to the start of spontaneous alcoholic fermentation, i.e. triggered by indigenous yeasts. This continues for about a month, during which the wine is subjected to daily pumping over. At the end of this period, a further 40 days of submerged cap maceration is carried out. Then racking and decanting into barrels. First in 500-litre barrels for 9 months, then in 50-hectolitre barrels for the next 21 months. Only then does the final blending and bottling take place which, in the case of this vintage, took place in June 2018. A super-elegant wine, this Ravera presents itself in the glass with a beautiful clear colour. The nose is fine and delicate, with aromas of ripe red fruit and dried flowers, combined with a hint of spice. In the mouth it is strong and vigorous, with a sweet entry and a delicate but persistent finish. A memorable vintage for this Barolo. To uncork, without haste, when the menu is serious. Roast or grilled meats. Mushrooms and truffles, when the season is right.