{"product_id":"ugo-lequio-barbaresco-gallina-2017","title":"Ugo Lequio Barbaresco Gallina 2017","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUgo Lequio Barbaresco Gallina\u003c\/strong\u003e is a still red wine that expresses the essence of Piedmont, made from \u003cstrong\u003eNebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes and belonging to the prestigious \u003cstrong\u003eBarbaresco\u003c\/strong\u003e denomination. In the glass, it displays a ruby red colour that naturally develops garnet hues. The bouquet is enveloping and complex, characterised by \u003cstrong\u003espicy notes of liquorice\u003c\/strong\u003e and pepper, accompanied by delicate hints of leather and rose. On the palate, it shows a \u003cstrong\u003efull-bodied and austere\u003c\/strong\u003e character, balanced by remarkable harmony that accompanies each sip. This solid \u003cstrong\u003etannic structure\u003c\/strong\u003e makes it particularly suitable for long ageing over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates from the Gallina hill in the municipality of Neive, a renowned historic site in the region. The grapes come from \u003cstrong\u003eold vines\u003c\/strong\u003e rooted in prime soils, with a southern exposure and an altitude between 170 and 250 metres above sea level. These environmental conditions favour a consistent ripening of the bunches, giving the wine a \u003cstrong\u003edefined and vigorous texture\u003c\/strong\u003e. The advanced age of the vines ensures low yields and an aromatic concentration that translates into remarkable \u003cstrong\u003egustatory persistence\u003c\/strong\u003e, faithfully reflecting the identity of its place of origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction is based on a careful selection of the bunches to maximise the quality of the raw material. \u003cstrong\u003eFermentation in stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e takes place at a controlled temperature, with maceration on the skins lasting between fifteen and eighteen days, in order to extract colour and essential phenolic components. Subsequently, the wine undergoes a slow \u003cstrong\u003eageing in Slavonian oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e for twenty months, a crucial stage for smoothing the tannins and defining the aromatic breadth. The process concludes with a further six months' rest in the bottle, allowing it to achieve \u003cstrong\u003eperfect balance\u003c\/strong\u003e before release to the market.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in the \u003cstrong\u003ehistoric Gallina cru\u003c\/strong\u003e of Neive, once owned by the Counts Riccardi Candiani, this excellent Nebbiolo embodies the best of Piedmontese tradition. Since 1981, the Ugo Lequio winery has devotedly cultivated \u003cstrong\u003evines over 40 years old\u003c\/strong\u003e, with roots dating back to 1953. Following a strict philosophy of patience, the 30,000 bottles produced rest for a long time in the cellar before revealing themselves to the palate. This artisanal mastery is evidenced by \u003cstrong\u003eprestigious international awards\u003c\/strong\u003e, including 95 points from Robert Parker and 93 from James Suckling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ugo Lequio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47733044347051,"sku":"62488","price":54.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-ch\/products\/ugo-lequio-barbaresco-gallina-2017","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}