The 1997 Barbera Gallina (93) is an explosive blackberry-scented wine that is all glycerin, fruit, and alcohol. Only 5,000 bottles were produced, but it is one of the most decadently rich Barberas I have ever tasted. It should drink well for a decade.
A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411