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Gaja - Sperss - Barolo
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This full-bodied red has aromas of scorched earth, French oak and a hint of camphor. The tightly wound palate features oak-driven sensations of espresso and coconut as well as red cherry, star anise and a hint of nutmeg before an almost salty finish. Assertive, close-grained tannins grip the close.
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Provenance
- Type
- Red
- Producer
- Gaja
- Country
- Italy
- Appellation
- Barolo DOCG
- Region
- Piedmont
Technical
- Vintage
- Grapes
- ABV
- Size
- Ageing
- Serving
- 18° - 20° C
- Drinking window
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Key characteristics
About this wine
Gaja is a renowned Italian wine producer that has been making exceptional wines for over 150 years. Founded in 1859 by Giovanni Gaja, the company is now run by Angelo Gaja, who has continued the family tradition of producing high-quality wines. One of Gaja's most famous wines is the Sperss Barolo, made from Nebbiolo grapes grown in the Barolo region of Piedmont. The grapes are carefully selected and hand-harvested to ensure only the best fruit is used in the wine, and then aged in oak barrels for 18-24 months to give it a complex and rich flavour.
The Sperss Barolo is a full-bodied wine with a deep ruby colour. It has aromas of black cherry, blackberry, and licorice, with hints of vanilla and spice. On the palate, the wine is rich and velvety, with flavours of dark fruit, tobacco, and leather. The tannins are firm and well-structured, giving the wine a long and elegant finish.
Gaja's Sperss Barolo is a classic example of the style of wine produced in the Barolo region. It is a wine that can be enjoyed now, but also has the potential to age for many years. It pairs well with rich, hearty dishes such as beef stew or roasted lamb, making it a great choice for any special occasion.
Overall, Gaja is a producer that is known for its commitment to quality and tradition. The Sperss Barolo is a wine that showcases the best of what this producer has to offer. It is a wine that is sure to impress even the most discerning wine connoisseur.
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Producer
Gaja
The Gaja family settled in Piedmont in the mid-seventeenth century. Five generations of Gaja’s have been producing wines in the Langhe hills since 1989, the year Giovanni Gaja, a local grape grower, founded the Gaja winery in…
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Piedmont
Piemonte (Piedmont) occupies most of northwestern Italy, bordering Switzerland in the north and France in the west and almost reaching the Mediterranean coast. Its capital and largest city is Turin (Torino). In the wine world…
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Barolo DOCG
Barolo DOCG is located in the Piedmont region of northwestern Italy, encompassing eleven communes in the provinces of Cuneo and Alba. The appellation was granted DOCG status in 1980, recognizing it as one of Italy's most…
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