{"product_id":"marchesi-di-gresy-barbaresco-martinenga-2021","title":"Marchesi di Gresy Barbaresco Martinenga 2021","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMarchesi di Grésy Barbaresco Martinenga interprets the Nebbiolo grape with precision in the renowned Barbaresco denomination. It expresses aromas of plum, cherry and dried flowers, intertwined with balsamic notes of mint and tobacco. On the palate, it reveals an \u003cstrong\u003eexquisitely fine tannic structure\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering a fresh finish with measured elegance. This balanced profile makes it ideal for pairing with \u003cstrong\u003ePiedmontese first courses\u003c\/strong\u003e, flavourful meats and \u003cstrong\u003emature cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are grown in the famous \u003cstrong\u003eMartinenga vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e, a cru of primary importance located in the heart of Barbaresco, between the geographical mentions of Asili and Rabajà. The altitude, between 220 and 290 metres, and the south and south-west exposure ensure optimal ripening. The roots sink into a \u003cstrong\u003ecalcareous marl soil\u003c\/strong\u003e, enriched with silt and clay with minimal sandy fractions. This geological composition is fundamental in giving the wine a profound \u003cstrong\u003earomatic clarity\u003c\/strong\u003e and a solid structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinification involves fermentation on the skins followed by a \u003cstrong\u003eprolonged maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e with a submerged cap and daily pump-overs. Malolactic fermentation at a controlled temperature preserves the integrity of the fruit's aromas. The maturation process begins in French barriques, then continues in \u003cstrong\u003eSlavonian oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e. The process is completed with a period of \u003cstrong\u003ebottle ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e, an essential phase to integrate the tannins and define the wine's final character.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 1797, the Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Grésy have represented the excellence of Piedmontese winemaking. Their beating heart is the \u003cstrong\u003eMartinenga vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e, a prestigious cru of \u003cstrong\u003eBarbaresco DOCG\u003c\/strong\u003e located between Asili and Rabajà. Thanks to its south-west exposure and prized marl soils rich in silt, this exclusive terroir produces a \u003cstrong\u003epure Nebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e of masterful elegance, capable of expressing the authentic identity of the region in every sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Marchesi di Gresy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46246735872171,"sku":"60535","price":69.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/marchesi-di-gresy-barbaresco-martinenga-2021_60535_1_cd97100c-1d9c-4b3b-a5b3-fcd2030ce984.webp?v=1773811909","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/products\/marchesi-di-gresy-barbaresco-martinenga-2021","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}