COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Barbera
PRODUCER
Ugo Lequio
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Ugo Lequio Barbera d'Alba 2022 is a red wine from the Barbera d'Alba DOC appellation in Piedmont, Italy, made from 100% Barbera grapes. Produced by Ugo Lequio, a respected figure in Piedmontese winemaking known for his commitment to quality and patience, the wine originates from the esteemed 'Gallina' vineyard in Neive. Lequio's winemaking philosophy centers on allowing wines ample time to develop elegance and class before release, reflecting a dedication to a slow, deliberate evolution of his wines.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€22
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
17-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes are sourced from the historic 'Gallina' vineyard in Neive.
Fact 02
Ugo Lequio personally selects every grape.
Fact 03
The producer believes wines need a long rest before release.
Fact 04
Vineyards are situated on the sun-drenched Gallina Hill.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Ugo Lequio Barbera d'Alba is crafted with a focus on quality from vineyard to bottle. Grapes are meticulously selected by Ugo Lequio himself from the estate's vineyards. Fermentation typically takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks for 8-12 days, a method designed to preserve the vibrant fruit character of the Barbera grape. A key aspect of Lequio's process is his commitment to allowing the wine an extended period of rest before it is released to the market, a practice he believes is essential for developing the wine's inherent elegance and class.
