GAJA Barbaresco 2021 Bottle (100% Nebbiolo)
Red Still Wine | Italy | Tuscany | Montalcino | 75cl
£199.95
Size: 75cl
Closure Type: Cork
Country: Italy
Region: Tuscany
Sub-Region: Montalcino
Description
Now, the Gaja Barbaresco 2021 is a spectacular expression of the Nebbiolo grape, sourced from fourteen distinct estate vineyards in the heart of Piedmont. The Gaja family employs a meticulous winemaking process, where each individual lot is aged in oak for twelve months before blending, followed by another twelve months of oak ageing to ensure perfect integration. On the palate, this wine offers beautiful depth, showcasing vibrant flavours of wild strawberry, red cherry, rose petal, and subtle spice, all framed by silky tannins and a persistent, elegant mineral drive. It is a sophisticated, terroir driven wine that captures the absolute essence of Barbaresco. This vintage has been awarded 96 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.
VINOUS - 94 Points
"The 2021 Barbaresco is a powerful, layered wine from Gaja. In some recent years, the Barbaresco has been pretty approachable out of the gate, but the 2021 is a deep, serious wine with a lot of potential for future development. Pretty floral and spice notes linger on the finish. I admire its vibrant, dynamic personality"
Drinking Window: 2027-2041
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THE WINE ADVOCATE - 96 Points
"This was an epic vintage, and the entire Gaja family is ready to sing its praises. The 2021 Barbaresco sets the tone with sweet cherry flavors framed by spice, earthy notes and elegantly sweet tannins. Giovanni Gaja says the 2021 growing season had two phases: the first six months of the year saw rain and cool temperatures with some frost and soggy conditions until May; however, from June forward, the season saw sunny days without excessive heat spikes. Indeed, 2021 marks the beginning of drought years that lasted until 2023. Barbaresco was hit by hail on July 31, 2021, but the Gaja vineyards were unharmed. In line with the character of the vintage, this wine shows succulent fruit that is balanced and not too ripe. There is depth and volume here."
Drinking Window: 2027-2050