2018 La Spinetta Barbaresco Vigneto Gallina

Nebbiolo - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JD 95 VN 95 WA 94 W&S 93
JD 95

jebdunnuck.com, May 2021

From the south-facing slope in Nieve, the 2018 Barbaresco Gallina Versu was aged for 20-22 months in French oak, of which 20% was new and the remainder second-use. This wine has an incredible lifted perfume of crushed...
VN 95

Vinous, February 2020

A gorgeous, elegant wine, the 2018 Barbaresco Vigneto Gallina is captivating from the very first taste. Black cherry, plum, lavender, spice and menthol build in the glass. More than anything else, though, I am impressed...
WA 94

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, June 2021

(94+ points) With fruit from Neive, the La Spinetta 2018 Barbaresco Gallina Vürsù is packaged in a heavy glass bottle (with 10,500 produced). The wine is extremely polished and tight, especially at this young stage, with...
W&S 93

Wine & Spirits, December 2021

This fruit-forward Barbaresco offers flavors of juicy dark cherry and raspberry woven with notes of cedar and anise. The fruit tones turn darker with air, taking on shades of cola and cherry pit as the fruit fights...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Nebbiolo
Country Italy
Region Piedmont
Sub-region Barbaresco
Appellation Neive
Sub-appellation Gallina
Vintage 2018
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 14.5%
Closure Cork

The 2018 La Spinetta Barbaresco Vigneto Gallina is a remarkable red wine that showcases the elegance and complexity of Nebbiolo grapes from the prestigious Barbaresco region in Piedmont, Italy. With its deep ruby red color, this wine is a true representation of the varietal's intensity and depth.

On the nose, the 2018 La Spinetta Barbaresco Vigneto Gallina entices with an incredibly lifted perfume of crushed roses, candied raspberry, cedar, and menthol. The aromatic profile is captivating, drawing you in with its enticing blend of floral, fruity, and woody notes. It is a wine that demands attention and promises a sensory journey like no other.

Upon tasting, this Barbaresco reveals its true character. Polished and refined, it showcases pure and confected cherry fruit on the palate, intertwining with hints of baking spice. The wine's tannins take their time to emerge, gradually revealing the wine's structure and adding a warming touch to the overall experience. It is a wine that demonstrates both power and finesse, with a long and memorable finish.

The 2018 La Spinetta Barbaresco Vigneto Gallina has received high praise from renowned wine critics. Jeb Dunnuck awarded it an impressive score of 95 points, noting its incredible perfume and pure cherry fruit. Vinous also bestowed a score of 95 points, praising its elegance, vibrancy, and poise, predicting its excellent aging potential.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded this wine 94+ points, highlighting its tight structure and well-balanced characteristics. Wine & Spirits awarded it 93 points, emphasizing its fruit-forward profile of juicy dark cherry and raspberry, complemented by hints of cedar and anise.

With an alcohol percentage of 14.5%, this red wine is well-balanced and harmonious, showcasing the natural acidity and richness of the Nebbiolo grape. It is a wine that will continue to evolve and improve with age, making it an excellent choice for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

The 2018 La Spinetta Barbaresco Vigneto Gallina is a true gem from the Piedmont region, and it is a testament to the exceptional winemaking skills of La Spinetta. With its complexity, elegance, and impeccable balance, it is a wine that will undoubtedly impress even the most discerning wine connoisseurs.