2021 Barbaresco

Tasting notes:

Sourced from 14 vineyards, the land spreads across 21 hectares which lies between 250 and 330m above sea level. The plants are 40 years old on average. Each vineyard is fermented separately and aged in oak for 12 months. Once the blend takes place, the wine is further aged in oak for another 12 months. Precise and complex, it can be enjoyed in its youth but will reward with time as the presence of fruit is always a guarantee of aging potential.

Producer description:

Gaja goes back to 150 years ago, when the family opened a tavern next to a river port. Now in its fifth generation, Gaja is amongst the most internationally acclaimed name in Italian wine and have elevated Barbaresco to fine-wine status. Known for shunning rules and regulations in favour of quality and innovation, they now also own vineyards in Bolgheri, Tuscany, and produce some stunning ‘Super-Tuscans’.