La Spinetta Barbaresco Gallina 2020 is a single-varietal nebbiolo, the queen grape of the D.O.C.G. Barbaresco, one of the most important production areas in Piedmont. Made from the fruits of a single vineyard over half a century old, worked sustainably, the undeniable quality of this wine has earned it, vintage after vintage, high scores from specialized critics.
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General features
Type of wine
Region
Grape variety
100% Nebbiolo
Type of barrel
New French oak barrels
Type of bottle
Burgundy Bottle
Barrel aging time
20-22 months
Capacity (cl)
75
General Information
The renowned winery La Spinetta is responsible for La Spinetta Barbaresco Gallina 2020, a magnificent red wine that represents the warmest, most elegant, and velvety profile of the noble Italian nebbiolo grape.
Established since 1977 in Castagnole delle Lanze, in the heart of the Italian Piedmont region, the Rivetti family’s winery cultivates its 100 hectares of vineyards in this area following the principles of biodynamic agriculture. Specifically, the nebbiolo vines, aged between 50 and 56 years, which are the origin of La Spinetta Barbaresco Gallina, are carefully tended, maintaining extremely low yields, and avoiding the use of chemicals, pesticides, fertilizers, or herbicides. All of this is aimed at achieving the best and purest raw material possible to craft a wine that reflects the essence of a unique terroir.
In the winery, the production of these high-quality grapes culminated in 20-22 months of aging in new French oak barrels, followed by an additional 3 months in stainless steel tanks and 12 more months of bottle aging before being released to the market. La Spinetta Barbaresco Gallina 2020 stands out for its excellent aging potential, ranging from 25-35 years from its harvest. An excellent choice to pair with grilled meats and game dishes.
Tasting notes
Of a dense red color.
In the olfactory phase, aromas of red fruits (currants) and black fruits, mocha, exotic Asian spices, and flowers predominate.
On the palate, an intense flavor of those ripe fruits detected on the nose (currant, plum, blueberry) with notes of tobacco and coffee. Long and elegant finish with mature and velvety tannins that will soften over the years.
The winery
Winery
La Spinetta is one of the most iconic wineries in the Italian Piedmont region. Its history began in 1977 when Giuseppe and Lidia Rivetti founded their original facilities in the town of Castagnole delle Lanze. Today, the second generation of the family, embodied by Giorgio Rivetti, is at the helm of the winery. Under his leadership, they uphold their philosophy of producing great wines, rooted in meticulous work both in the vineyard and in the winery.
The vineyard area owned by La Spinetta spans 165 hectares, 100 in Piedmont and 65 in Tuscany, with 75% of it being cultivated according to biodynamic principles. The main varieties grown are the native moscato d'Asti, sangiovese, barbera d'Asti, langhe nebbiolo, barbaresco, and barolo.
The vineyard area owned by La Spinetta spans 165 hectares, 100 in Piedmont and 65 in Tuscany, with 75% of it being cultivated according to biodynamic principles. The main varieties grown are the native moscato d'Asti, sangiovese, barbera d'Asti, langhe nebbiolo, barbaresco, and barolo.