Attractive, sensual, balanced
A soft and persuasive Barbaresco. Velvety tannins and great body define this wine, that ends with a fruity finish and floral note.
Characteristics
Grape variety
100% Nebbiolo
Production vineyard
Gallina a Neive (Cn)
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Vinification
Maceration and alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled vats for an average period of 14-15 days. Malolactic fermentation done in French oak barrels, in which 20% are new and the remaining used (2nd passage), followed by 20-22 months of aging. Finally, bottle-aged for about 6 months.
First vintage
1995
Average production
6.500 bottles
Pairings
Risotto with Porcini mushrooms, Chicken cacciatore
Serving temperature
16/17° C.
Recommended glass
Burgundy
A Riserva Barbaresco Gallina is made from a selection of the best grapes and is aged at least 10 years. About 500 magnums of Barbaresco Riserva Gallina are produced every year.
Vineyard characteristics
Gallina a Neive (Cn)
Varietal
Nebbiolo (for Barbaresco), Barbera
Municipality
Neive (Cn)
Exposure
South
Area
13.5 acres
Altitude
250 m. a.s.l.
Average age of the vines
55 year-old
Soil
Calcareous marl, strongly characterized by light colored sand.
