La Spinetta (Piedmont)

Barbaresco 'Gallina'

Barbaresco 'Gallina'

Barbaresco Gallina La Spinetta wood cs
  • Nebbiolo from the 5 hectare Gallina vineyard, the first cru acquired by Giorgio Rivetti in 1995
  • 55-year-old vines planted at 250m above sea level
  • Calcareous marl with a prominent amount of light colored sand
  • Aged 20 months in 30% new French oak barrique, plus one year in bottle
  • Unfined/unfiltered

 

Info

Vintage:
2021
Country:
Italy
Region:
Piedmont
Appellation:
Barbaresco
Variety:
Nebbiolo
Color:
Red

Sizes Available

Full Bottle IT-RIP-21-21 6/750ml

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Press & Reviews

James Suckling
Score
96
Date
2024-01-25
"Very fragrant and bright with stem, plum and raspberry aromas and flavors. Medium body, firm and racy tannins and a vivid finish. Chewy and polished. Shows focus and precision at the finish. Lovely balance. Best in a long time. Drink after 2027."

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