{"product_id":"ugo-lequio-barbaresco-gallina-2017","title":"Ugo Lequio Barbaresco Gallina 2017","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWine profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Barbaresco Gallina by Ugo Lequio is a Piedmontese red made from \u003cstrong\u003eNebbiolo grapes\u003c\/strong\u003e, a pure expression of \u003cstrong\u003eBarbaresco\u003c\/strong\u003e, fermented in stainless steel and aged in oak barrels. In the glass, it presents a ruby colour with garnet highlights, opening up to an olfactory profile where notes of liquorice, pepper, leather and rose stand out. On the palate, it is austere and deep, supported by a firm \u003cstrong\u003etannic structure\u003c\/strong\u003e that blends into a harmonious and persistent sip. Its rigorous character promises an extraordinary evolution over time, making it ideal to accompany braised meats, game, aged cheeses or as a refined meditation wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine is born on the famous \u003cstrong\u003eGallina hill\u003c\/strong\u003e, in the municipality of Neive, a viticultural site of great prestige. The rows benefit from a favourable \u003cstrong\u003esoutherly exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e and grow at an altitude of between 170 and 250 metres, ideal conditions for constant and optimal ripening of the bunches. The grapes are harvested from \u003cstrong\u003eold historic vines\u003c\/strong\u003e, cultivated while maintaining intentionally low yields to enhance the quality of the fruit. This careful agricultural approach promotes a marked aromatic concentration, giving the wine a vigorous texture that faithfully reflects the identity of the Piedmontese soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduction process\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins with a rigorous selection of the bunches. Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks involves \u003cstrong\u003emaceration on the skins\u003c\/strong\u003e for fifteen to eighteen days, aimed at extracting colour and phenolic substances. The wine then matures for twenty months in \u003cstrong\u003eSlavonian oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, an essential phase to soften the tannins and broaden the aromatic profile. The process concludes with six months of \u003cstrong\u003ebottle ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e, a final rest that ensures the achievement of full harmony and perfect structural balance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Interesting Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in the \u003cstrong\u003ehistoric Gallina cru\u003c\/strong\u003e, which once belonged to the Riccardi Candiani Counts, this noble Barbaresco embodies pure Piedmontese excellence. Since 1981, the Ugo Lequio winery has tended \u003cstrong\u003evines over 40 years old\u003c\/strong\u003e with rigorous artisanal mastery, whose roots date back to 1953. The 30,000 bottles produced follow the philosophy of patience, ageing for a long time to express the soul of the terroir. The absolute prestige of this exceptional red is confirmed by \u003cstrong\u003e95 Robert Parker points\u003c\/strong\u003e and 93 from James Suckling, offering a unique sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ugo Lequio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47733044347051,"sku":"62488","price":41.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/ugo-lequio-barbaresco-gallina-2017_62488_1_24bf76c9-dd89-40dd-941d-c6099787537f.webp?v=1789384148","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/products\/ugo-lequio-barbaresco-gallina-2017","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}