The winery
Gaja
Historic winery from Barbaresco (Piedmont), renowned for its Nebbiolo crus and for the winemaking innovation promoted by the Gaja family.
- Piedmont · Italy
- Since 1859
- 20 products
The story
The Gaja family has been present in the Langhe since the second half of the 19th century; the estate, established in the community of Barbaresco, became internationally renowned thanks to its modernization choices and the bottling of wines from individual vineyards. In the 1960s and 1970s Angelo Gaja introduced single-vineyard labels and experimented with techniques and grape varieties new to the area. Over time the estate has expanded beyond the heart of the Langhe with investments and holdings in other Italian regions.
Production philosophy
Pursuit of quality through the enhancement of individual crus, direct management of the grapes, technical improvements in the vineyard and winery, and a focus on balancing tradition and experimentation.
Terroir and vineyards
Headquarters and historic vineyards in the Langhe, in the municipality of Barbaresco; the portfolio also includes estates and projects outside the region.
Awards and recognition
Broad international recognition: Gaja wines consistently attract attention and high scores from critics and specialist guides, and regularly appear in prestigious auctions and collections.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Nebbiolo
- Barbera
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Merlot
- Sangiovese
- Chardonnay
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Carricante
What makes it distinctive
- Founded in the 19th century and based in Barbaresco.
- A pioneer in single-vineyard winemaking in Barbaresco.
- A diversified portfolio that includes Barbaresco, Barolo, Brunello, Bolgheri and the IDDA project on Etna.
- Production of notable white wines in the area, such as Gaia & Rey, Rossj-Bass and Alteni di Brassica.
- Longstanding commitment to innovation: direct vineyard management, selective use of barrels, and experimentation with international grape varieties.
