NOVELLO
Novello is the most south-westerly Barolo village and is a bit of a loner. Known for the Nas-cetta that was rediscovered in the wild in the 90s and the beautiful castle that towers above the village.
It is a quiet alternative to La Morra or Barolo and has a surprising amount to offer in terms of gastronomy.
The view from Novello is panoramic towards Monforte and Barolo.
The best-known winery in Novello is Cogno. Elvio Cogno (together with son-in-law Valter Fissore) is generally seen as the most important driving force behind the revival of Nas-cetta. That does not mean they were the only ones, but without their efforts, the grape would probably not have returned so successfully.
The view from Novello is panoramic towards Monforte and Barolo.
The best-known winery in Novello is Cogno. Elvio Cogno (together with son-in-law Valter Fissore) is generally seen as the most important driving force behind the revival of Nas-cetta. That does not mean they were the only ones, but without their efforts, the grape would probably not have returned so successfully.
The soil in Novello consists primarily of Marne di Sant'Agata Fossili, a calcareous clay-marl that is common in the western Barolo municipalities.
The Barolo wines from Novello are generally supple and elegant; in terms of style, they fall somewhere between the powerful Serralunga/Monforte and La Morra (generally speaking). Ravera is the most famous MGA in the municipality; this cru is located partly in Novello and partly in Barolo.
The Barolo wines from Novello are generally supple and elegant; in terms of style, they fall somewhere between the powerful Serralunga/Monforte and La Morra (generally speaking). Ravera is the most famous MGA in the municipality; this cru is located partly in Novello and partly in Barolo.
Interesting wineries in Novello:
Cogno, Merenda Sinoira, Cascina Gavetta and Cogli l'Attimo.
What to do in Novello:
- visit the square by the Castle where you immediately have a beautiful view over the Barolo vineyards towards Monforte
- drink a glass of wine from Mauro Marengo in their small, atmospheric establishment
- do a Nas-cetta tasting at the local bottega
- go wine tasting at Cogli l'Attimo or Cascina Gavetta for the atmosphere
- dine at Ant or l'Angolo di Rosina
