Castello di Neive Barbaresco Gallina Docg 2020

Azienda Agricola Castello di Neive continues its tradition of excellence with Barbaresco Gallina DOCG 2020, a wine that embodies the winemaking mastery and richness of the Neive terroir. Here are the distinguishing characteristics of this fine wine:

History and Territory:

• Founded in the 1960s by Italo Stupino, the company owns 60 hectares, of which 27 are vineyards and 20 are hazelnut groves.
• The origin of the wines goes back to Louis Oudart, a famous winemaker who won a gold medal in London in 1862 with a dry wine made from Nebbiolo grapes from Neive.

Vineyards:

• Barbaresco Gallina comes from the Gallina subzone of the commune of Neive.
• Soil of Tortonian-Serravallian origin, marly with a good percentage of very fine sand.

Characteristics of Cru:

• Exposure: South and southwest at 240 meters above sea level.
• Area: 1.30 hectares.
• Age of plants: 40 to 45 years.
• Alcohol volume: 14%.

Vinification:

• Temperature-controlled alcoholic fermentation, followed by malolactic fermentation and aging in wood for at least two years.

Tasting Notes:

• Color: Brilliant garnet red.
• Nose: Delicate with notes of wilted flowers and well-integrated wood.
• Taste: Elegant, full, aromatic, with fine and elegant tannins.

Castello di Neive Barbaresco Gallina DOCG 2020 offers a unique sensory experience, combining centuries-old tradition with winemaking innovation. A wine that embodies the elegance and complexity of Nebbiolo from Neive.