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Hospitality – in the broadest sense of the word – is a relatively new concept in Italian wine. An active involvement of the public was not, if actively discouraged, something somewhat eccentric and certainly not to be encouraged.
The interaction between producers and wine-lovers, now considered both normal and indispensable, was nothing of the sort in the past.
The Francone family of Neive in the Barbaresco DOC production zone is something of an exception. Already producers of wine well over a century ago in the late 1800’s, they established a direct contact with consumers by furnishing the bistrot of Alberto Francone in Turin. Wine continued to be produced by the generations that followed, first under the helm of Giovanni Battista and then his sons Mauro and Silvano.
It was patriarch Giovanni Battista, together with the rest of the family, who conceived the cellars in Neive with the express purpose of welcoming, receiving visitors and introducing them to the pleasures of the excellent wines produced on the hillsides of Neive.
The interaction between producers and wine-lovers, now considered both normal and indispensable, was nothing of the sort in the past.
The Francone family of Neive in the Barbaresco DOC production zone is something of an exception. Already producers of wine well over a century ago in the late 1800’s, they established a direct contact with consumers by furnishing the bistrot of Alberto Francone in Turin. Wine continued to be produced by the generations that followed, first under the helm of Giovanni Battista and then his sons Mauro and Silvano.
It was patriarch Giovanni Battista, together with the rest of the family, who conceived the cellars in Neive with the express purpose of welcoming, receiving visitors and introducing them to the pleasures of the excellent wines produced on the hillsides of Neive.
Poderi Gallina
The Poderi di Gallina farm holiday accommodation can offer two different forms of hospitality: bedrooms and flats. It stands on the top of the Gallina di Neive hill in the midst of the historic Piedmont vineyards, a UNESCO heritage.
Originally an 18th century barn, it was restored in 2012, great care being given to preserve the original structure. Its past history and the simple and elegant furnishings now make it a suggestive and relaxing place to stay. From here it is possible to visit many Italian cities of art or go for long walks in the woods near the farm.
The accommodation is moreover situated near the Barbaresco trecking centre. This area is not only famous for its wine, but also for its truffles and good food, which can be tasted in the many restaurants and hostelries near the farm. Guests can also use the farm’s private garden with its large terrace giving onto a magnificent view.
it is possible to visit many Italian cities of art or go for long walks in the woods near the farm.
The accommodation is moreover situated near the Barbaresco trecking centre. This area is not only famous for its wine, but also for its truffles and good food, which can be tasted in the many restaurants and hostelries near the farm. Guests can also use the farm’s private garden with its large terrace giving onto a magnificent view.
Originally an 18th century barn, it was restored in 2012, great care being given to preserve the original structure. Its past history and the simple and elegant furnishings now make it a suggestive and relaxing place to stay. From here it is possible to visit many Italian cities of art or go for long walks in the woods near the farm.
The accommodation is moreover situated near the Barbaresco trecking centre. This area is not only famous for its wine, but also for its truffles and good food, which can be tasted in the many restaurants and hostelries near the farm. Guests can also use the farm’s private garden with its large terrace giving onto a magnificent view.
it is possible to visit many Italian cities of art or go for long walks in the woods near the farm.
The accommodation is moreover situated near the Barbaresco trecking centre. This area is not only famous for its wine, but also for its truffles and good food, which can be tasted in the many restaurants and hostelries near the farm. Guests can also use the farm’s private garden with its large terrace giving onto a magnificent view.
Flat & Bedrooms
Flat
It can host up to four people and comes complete with a fully equipped kitchen, a private bathroom and a delightful terrace that includes a table and chairs.
Bedrooms
The bedrooms, which can sleep up to two people, are complete with all comforts including a bathroom and a fridge.
It can host up to four people and comes complete with a fully equipped kitchen, a private bathroom and a delightful terrace that includes a table and chairs.
Bedrooms
The bedrooms, which can sleep up to two people, are complete with all comforts including a bathroom and a fridge.
Francone Wines
It was patriarch Giovanni Battista, together with the rest of the family, who conceived the cellars in Neive with the express purpose of welcoming, receiving visitors and introducing them to the pleasures of the excellent wines produced on the hillsides of Neive.
And reminding them of the territory’s past in a museum dedicated to instructing visitors in the history of these hillsides and the labour which went into their cultivation.
Neive, in fact, is a choice spot in the Barbaresco appellation; officially “the town of four wines” (Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto and Moscato), its soil and micro-climate are known not only for the high quality it gives to the grapes but also to the important structure of Neive’s Barbaresco, often compared in its structure and concentration to a wine of Barolo.
Gallina, the original family vineyard, is a choice cru, recognized as such for many decades, and it has now been joined by parcels from such high level locations as San Cristoforo, Fausoni, Starderi, and Tetti di Neive. And, icing on the cake, a well made Barolo from vineyards in La Morra and Monforte, is also offered.
And reminding them of the territory’s past in a museum dedicated to instructing visitors in the history of these hillsides and the labour which went into their cultivation.
Neive, in fact, is a choice spot in the Barbaresco appellation; officially “the town of four wines” (Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto and Moscato), its soil and micro-climate are known not only for the high quality it gives to the grapes but also to the important structure of Neive’s Barbaresco, often compared in its structure and concentration to a wine of Barolo.
Gallina, the original family vineyard, is a choice cru, recognized as such for many decades, and it has now been joined by parcels from such high level locations as San Cristoforo, Fausoni, Starderi, and Tetti di Neive. And, icing on the cake, a well made Barolo from vineyards in La Morra and Monforte, is also offered.
