2019 La Spinetta Barbaresco "Gallina", Piedmont, ItalyABOUT THIS WINE Maceration and alcoholic fermentation in temperature controlled vats for an average period of 14 15 days. Malolactic fermentation done in French oak barrels, in which 20% are new and the remaining used (2nd passage), followed by 20 22 months of aging. Finally, bottle aged for about 6 months. ABOUT THIS PRODUCER Giuseppe Rivetti and his wife, Lidia were dedicated and expert farmers throughout the 1960's and 1970's. They exemplified

definition

Made of glass

or a refreshing rosé

Francois does this Grand Cru entirely in stainless steel

the grapes for the "MarMar" Riesling Trocken are carefully selected and fermented with indigenous yeasts

A separate planting of Nebbiolo has also been established close to the Beechworth township at Red Hill

The grapes are hand harvested and fermentation in stainless steel tanks

Each GG is deeply concentrated and lavish with detail

The shallow soils are mainly composed of sandy

but with an unusually (and usefully) dry September facilitating healthy

yet never overly heavy or boozy red wine as a mainstay at the dinner table

A blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon