The 2007 Barbaresco Vigneto Gallina is focused and nicely articulated. This is a rather firm, nuanced Gallina from La Spinetta with gorgeous length, tons of detail and fabulous overall balance. It is at once more concentrated and also deeper than the Bordini, so another few years in bottle seem a prerequisite. The Gallina is the most improved wine the estates lineup. The 2007 is quite possibly the most polished, elegant Gallina I have ever tasted here. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2027. 93 points from Robert Parker, The Wine AdvocateWine description from winery:Color: defined redBouquet: winey currant and black cherry fruit, laced with bittersweet cocoa and notes of dried thymeTaste: focused and appealing for its layers of cherry and currant, tobacco and spice flavorsEvolution: 25 to 30 yearsPairings: ideal with grilled food, sauced and elaborate red meat and wild game, or just to be enjoyed by itself
