{"product_id":"barbaresco-docg-martinenga-gaiun-2018-marchesi-di-gresy","title":"Barbaresco DOCG 'Martinenga - Gaiun' 2018 - Marchesi di Grésy","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat wine is Barbaresco DOCG 'Martinenga - Gaiun' 2018 - Marchesi di Grésy\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eBarbaresco DOCG 'Martinenga - Gaiun' 2018 - Marchesi di Grésy\u003c\/strong\u003e is born in the heart of the Langhe, in Piedmont, from \u003cstrong\u003eNebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes, the emblematic grape variety of this area. It is part of the famous Martinenga estate, a historic area that represents one of the most authentic expressions of the Barbaresco terroir.\nThis Barbaresco is a full-bodied red wine, elegant and complex, capable of combining the power of Nebbiolo with a unique refinement. The Gaiun vineyard is located in the western part of the natural amphitheater of Martinenga, a context that yields wines with deep structure and impeccable balance.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage details\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe 2018 vintage was characterized by balanced weather conditions, with a warm but not excessive summer and a regular harvest. The Nebbiolo grapes reached optimal ripeness, allowing for wines of excellent aromatic concentration and perfectly integrated tannins. The \u003cstrong\u003eBarbaresco DOCG 'Martinenga - Gaiun' 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e stands out for its freshness and extraordinary ability to evolve over time.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\nFermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, with a long maceration in contact with the skins to extract color and complex aromas. Subsequently, the wine is aged in small French oak barrels for approximately 30 months. This process gives the wine an enveloping structure and an aromatic profile rich in nuances. The wood aging helps make the \u003cstrong\u003eBarbaresco 'Martinenga - Gaiun'\u003c\/strong\u003e an internationally flavored wine, while maintaining the typicality of its territory.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\nEach bottle of \u003cstrong\u003eBarbaresco DOCG 'Martinenga - Gaiun' 2018 - Marchesi di Grésy\u003c\/strong\u003e tells the soul of Nebbiolo, with a perfect balance between strength and elegance.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c\/h3\u003e\nIntense garnet red, with slight orange hues that begin to emerge with aging, a distinctive sign of the best expressions of Barbaresco.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe nose opens with complex aromas of ripe red fruits, cherries, and violets, followed by spicy notes of vanilla, tobacco, and licorice due to oak aging. With aeration, ethereal hints emerge and an extraordinary balance between fruit and spice.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTaste\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the palate, it is broad, harmonious, and of great depth. The tannins, dense but velvety, accompany a long and persistent sip. The structure is important, but always balanced by a lively freshness that invites drinking and guarantees excellent aging potential.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat dishes to pair Barbaresco DOCG 'Martinenga - Gaiun' 2018 - Marchesi di Grésy with\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eBarbaresco 'Martinenga - Gaiun'\u003c\/strong\u003e is the ideal companion for rich and structured dishes. It pairs perfectly with:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egrilled or braised red meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePiedmontese dishes such as brasato al Barolo and tajarin al ragù\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaged and hard cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nIts elegance also makes it perfect for meditation, to be savored slowly to grasp every nuance.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\nFor those who want to know \u003cstrong\u003ehow to store Barbaresco DOCG 'Martinenga - Gaiun' 2018 - Marchesi di Grésy wine\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is advisable to keep it in a cool, dry place away from light, at a constant temperature between 12 and 16°C.\nThis Barbaresco has considerable aging potential: it can evolve in the bottle for over 15 years, developing increasingly complex and refined aromas. It is recommended to uncork the bottle at least an hour before serving and serve it at a temperature of approximately 18°C, to fully appreciate its bouquet and structure.","brand":"Marchesi di Grésy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52414276567379,"sku":"B01-M007-2018-05","price":114.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/barbaresco-docg-martinenga-gaiun-2018-marchesi-di-gresy.jpg?v=1764406461","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/barbaresco-docg-martinenga-gaiun-2018-marchesi-di-gresy","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}