COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2012
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
La Spinetta
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
La Spinetta Barbaresco Gallina 2012 is a single-vineyard wine from the esteemed Gallina vineyard in Neive, Piedmont. Produced by the Rivetti family, who founded La Spinetta in 1977, the estate is dedicated to showcasing the unique terroir of its single crus. The Gallina vineyard is particularly noted for its suitability for Nebbiolo, and this wine is recognized for its significant aging potential, developing intricate character over many years. The 2012 vintage provided the conditions for a wine of notable intensity, density, and freshness, contributing to its balanced and complex profile.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€185
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Gallina vineyard is considered a top cru for Nebbiolo.
Fact 02
La Spinetta's wines are known for their single-vineyard focus.
Fact 03
This Barbaresco is built for long-term aging.
Fact 04
The 2012 vintage offered a rare balance of power and finesse.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
La Spinetta Barbaresco Gallina 2012 is produced from 100% Nebbiolo grapes. Following alcoholic fermentation for 7-8 days in temperature-controlled roto-fermenters, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation in oak barrels. It is then aged for 32-34 months in entirely new, medium-toast French oak barrels, followed by approximately 12 months of bottle aging before release. The vineyard is sustainably farmed, free of pesticides and herbicides.
