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Gaja

Barolo DOP - Sperss - Gaja 2020

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Format: 75 cl

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Technical information
Producer Gaja
Name Barolo DOP
Variety Nebbiolo
Vintage 2020
Gradation 14.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Roses, spices, red fruits, licorice
Vinification method Steel fermentation, long maceration
Region Piedmont
Production area Langhe
Country Italy
Type Red wine
Aging Minimum 18 months
Type of cask Large oak casks and barriques
Color Garnet red
Serving temperature 18-20°C
Recommended consumption To be drunk after 5-10 years
Pairing Red meats, game, aged cheeses

In 1988 the Gaja family expanded its possessions with the purchase of 12 hectares of vineyard in one of the most suitable positions in Serralunga, which they would rename Sperss. This Piedmontese term in dialect means nostalgia, the one felt by the founder Giovanni Gaja for childhood memories linked to Serralunga.

The Sperss vineyard is located in the municipality of Serralunga. The fermentation and maturation of the grapes, blending Barbera and Nebbiolo grapes, lasts approximately three weeks, followed by aging for 30 months in wood.  

Upon olfactory examination it denotes a dark and austere bouquet, defined by classic mineral aromas of the Serralunga terroir, mixed with fruity notes of black cherry, rhubarb, goudron, liquorice and truffle. In the glass it appears ruby ​​red with garnet reflections. When tasted it is consistent and with austere olfactory references, with a full and decisive body, and a dense and complex texture. 

Perfect in pairing with platters of well-matured cheeses, game, roasts, grilled and stewed meats. A label that lends itself well to being sipped alone, to savor and fully enjoy the organoleptic characteristics of this important red intended for connoisseurs and great enthusiasts.

COMBINE IT WITH:
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Technical information


PRODUCER
Gaya
YEAR
2019
NATION
Italy
FORMAT
0.75L
TYPE
Red Stop
GRADATION
14,5%
GRAPE VARIETY
Nebbiolo 94% - Barbera 6%
TEMP MIN
18 °C
NAME
DOP
TEMP MAX
20 °C
REGION
Piedmont
COMBINATION
Meat - Cheese - Meditation
PRODUCTION AREA
Serralunga


How to serve

Glass:

Chalice balloon

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Serve at:

18-20°C


When to drink it:

This wine is good straight away but you can age it 10-25 years

Production Area

Piemonte

Piedmont


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The winery

Gaja – Winery in Piemonte

Discover the story and wines of Gaja.

Historic winery from Barbaresco (Piedmont), renowned for its Nebbiolo crus and for the winemaking innovation promoted by the Gaja family.
Region: Piemonte
Country: Italia
Founded: 1859
Grapes: Nebbiolo, Barbera, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Carricante
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.
Winery history
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 recognitions
Broad international recognition: Gaja wines consistently attract attention and high scores from critics and specialist guides, and regularly appear in prestigious auctions and collections.

Official Awards

Expert Prize Description Vintage
Gambero Rosso 3 Bicchieri Rossi - Eccellenza Assoluta 2018