This needs a few swirls of the glass to release subtle aromas of ripe berry, forest floor, culinary spice and new leather. The full-bodied palate features dried cherry, pomegranate, licorice and hazelnut alongside seasoned tannins. Drink 2023–2028.
94 points Kerin O’Keefe wineenthusiast.com
The Cantina del Pino 2019 Barbaresco Gallina is also quite subtle and delicate. This wine plays to the smaller nuances of Nebbiolo with violet, iris, dusty limestone and wild currant. The tannins are silky, and the wine feels soft and satin-like to the palate. A precious few 2,000 bottles were created.
This whole portfolio from Cantina del Pino is terrific, with top-notch expressions of Nebbiolo that are fine and fragile.
