# Gallina (Francone)

> Red, Barbaresco DOCG by [Francone](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/francone.md), Barbaresco, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/francone-gallina).

- **Producer:** Francone
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barbaresco DOCG
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo
- **Cru / vineyard:** Gallina
- **Production area:** Gallina, municipality of Neive
- **Soil:** Rich in calcareous marl
- **Exposure:** South / south-west
- **Harvest:** Around 10 October
- **Vineyard planting:** Vines over 50 years old
- **Vinification:** Hand-picked. Fermentation with traditional maceration for about 14 days. Aged for at least 24 months in French oak barrels, then bottle ageing.
- **Serving temperature:** 18-20 °C
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08



## Summary

Barbaresco from Gallina, the best-known vineyard of Neive and the heart of the family story. Drinking age 3 to 10 years, longer in the best vintages.

## Food pairings

Roasts, braised meats, game and mature cheeses; suits Langa and international cuisine.