Tom Casagrande

9.2

Old-school hint of barnyard funk in the nose. Not enough for any concern, and it plays nicely with tangy, zingy macerated cherry and spice. A bit of crushed stone. Rapier-like acids propel the fruit along. Tannins are very soft. (Thanks to my brother @Angelo Casagrande for the gift!) — 7 days ago

romo

9.0

My first Gattinara, a new room with a comforting chair. — 2 years ago

Bruce Dunbar

9.3

What a wine and what a bargain. This is a Nebbiolo based blend from the far north of Piedmonte. Big, ripe, a bit tannic but very drinkable. And a 2009 library release just out for $22?! Will be back to get in volume. — 4 years ago

Paul K

9.1

Nice with elk Osso Bucco. Increased from 90 to 91 after opening up. — 3 months ago

Frank Artale

9.4

Great example of what a Spanna from Alto Piemonte can be. Volcanic soil, traditional process and a great family. Red berries orange peel mint plenty of acid and low alcohol lightens the package. The bottle went empty quickly. — 9 months ago

Jim Gallagher

9.2

Wonderful wine still vibrant like an old Bordeaux but an ahhso would have been helpful — 3 years ago

Chris MacLean

9.0

Tough to go wrong with Vallana, even close to $15 — 4 months ago

with Sarah

romo

9.1

Better than first bottle. Herbal mosaic like the Italian Seasoning spice blend. Perfect w fresh Baja Halibut. — 10 months ago

Alexis Bendjouia

9.6

Tried at PJ treehouse with Colin. Love. Perf red — 4 years ago

Ira Schwartz

9.4

A much darker color than I would have expected from a 52 year old wine. Powerful, youthful and complex aromas of plums and tobacco. At this point your mind is racing , can the palate equal or exceed the nose because you know if it can you are in for a treat. A very alive , acid driven palate of plums, cherries and tea. Had an old vine creaminess component. After approximately 2 hours the wine started to take on a less open personality. — 6 years ago