The 2003 Barbaresco Riserva Gallina represents a clear step up from the normal bottling. This pretty wine reveals open, expressive aromatics and a lovely core of ripe red fruit, with outstanding persistence on the palate and a gorgeous, sweet finish. Made in a feminine style, it is a delicate Barbaresco with a winning personality. The hard tannins of the vintage are evident, but are also very well integrated with the rest of the wine. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2018. Importer: Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300