La Spinetta Barbaresco Gallina Vursu 2023

La Spinetta Barbaresco Gallina Vursu is a refined single-vineyard Nebbiolo from one of Piedmont’s most admired producers, offering both depth and poise. Sourced from the historic Gallina cru in Neive, it reflects the elegance and longevity that have made Barbaresco one of Italy’s most celebrated wines.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this Barbaresco is typically a brilliant garnet with orange hues emerging as it matures. The nose is lifted and complex, with aromas of red cherry, rose petal, violet, dried herbs, and subtle spice, followed by earthy, mineral nuances and a delicate smoky oak note. On the palate, it is structured yet finely drawn, with Nebbiolo’s hallmark tension between firm tannins, fresh acidity, and layered red-fruit character. The finish is long and savory, showing excellent balance and the kind of concentration that suggests strong aging potential over many years.

Production
The Gallina vineyard lies in Neive at around 270 meters above sea level, facing south on calcareous soils that are especially well suited to Nebbiolo. Vines are 35 to 45 years old and trained using the Guyot system, with harvest carried out by hand from early to mid-October at optimal ripeness. In the cellar, the grapes are gently pressed and undergo 7 to 8 days of maceration and fermentation in temperature-controlled rotofermenters. The wine then completes malolactic fermentation in oak before spending around 22 months in new barrels, followed by about 3 months in stainless steel and a further 12 months of bottle refinement.

Food & Serving
This is an excellent match for rich Piedmontese dishes, braised beef, roast lamb, truffle risotto, porcini mushrooms, and aged cheeses such as Parmigiano Reggiano or Castelmagno. Serve at 16–18°C and consider decanting for 1–2 hours, especially in its youth, to allow the aromas and tannins to open fully.

Producer
La Spinetta began as a family dream to create a major estate dedicated to the wines of Piedmont, and that vision has become a reality. Today, the winery is widely respected for producing expressive, high-quality wines from top sites such as Barbaresco and Barolo, and it has built a strong reputation both in Italy and internationally for precision, character, and consistency.

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