Gaja - Costa Russi - Barbaresco DOCG

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Tasting notes

The 2013 Barbaresco Costa Russi is a celebration of vineyard site. In the past, this wine was blended with 5% Barbera, but this is no longer the case starting now. For the first time in recent memory, we are tasting a pure expression of Nebbiolo as harvested from the rows of vines in the Costa Russi cru, located directly below Sorì Tildìn at the base of the Barbaresco village. The vines are over 65 years old and are planted in limestone clay and marl soils. Costa Russi is known for delicate, light-bodied wines that exhibit floral aromas of rose hip and lavender, as well as darker fruit tones at the back. Those qualities are beautifully evident in this vintage. The mouthfeel is characterized by a firm sense of tannic structure that is common to all of Gaja's new releases in the 2013 vintage.

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Provenance

Type: Red
Producer: Gaja
Country: Italy
Appellation: Barbaresco DOCG
Region: Piedmont

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Serving: 16° - 18° C
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About this wine

Gaja is a renowned Italian wine producer that has been making exceptional wines for over 150 years. The Costa Russi is one of their most sought-after wines, and it is made in the Barbaresco region of Piedmont.

The Barbaresco region is known for producing some of the finest wines in Italy, and the Costa Russi is no exception. This wine is made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, which are grown in the vineyards surrounding the village of Barbaresco. The grapes are carefully selected and hand-harvested to ensure only the best fruit is used in the wine.

The production of the Costa Russi is a labor-intensive process that involves a long maceration period and aging in oak barrels. The wine is aged for 12 months in barriques, followed by 12 months in large oak casks. This extended aging process gives the wine its complex and elegant character.

The Costa Russi is a full-bodied wine with a deep ruby color and aromas of black cherry, licorice, and tobacco. On the palate, the wine is rich and velvety, with flavors of dark fruit, spice, and a hint of vanilla. The tannins are firm but well-integrated, giving the wine a long and satisfying finish.

Overall, the Costa Russi is a wine of exceptional quality and complexity. It is a testament to the skill and dedication of the Gaja family, who have been producing some of Italy's finest wines for generations.

If you're looking for a truly special wine experience, the Costa Russi is an excellent choice. With its complex flavors and long finish, it is sure to be a hit at any gathering.