Barbaresco Gaja 2004
Barbaresco Gaja 2004 is a dry, full-bodied red from Nebbiolo (Barbaresco, Italy), in the medium, savoury reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity very high; oak influence is little. Those scales describe the wine when young; this is a 22-year-old bottle and its tannin and oak will have softened. Good with beef stew, mushroom risotto, bolognese, lamb.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sperss Gaja 2008 Gaja · Piedmont | £342.00 | |||
| Barolo Le Vigne Sandrone 2012 Luciano Sandrone · Piedmont | £604.00 | |||
| Barolo Bartolo Mascarello 2012 Bartolo Mascarello · Piedmont | £296.00 | |||
| Barolo Romirasco Aldo Conterno 2004 Poderi Aldo Conterno · Piedmont | £262.00 |
Gaja Barbaresco 2004 is a superb expression of Nebbiolo from one of Italy’s most iconic wineries, the Gaja estate in Piedmont. The 2004 vintage is renowned for its elegance and balance, with rich aromas of fresh red fruit, crushed flowers, and subtle spices. On the palate, it offers a beautifully refined structure, with silky tannins and a vibrant acidity that enhance its long, persistent finish. The wine`s complexity is a direct result of Angelo Gaja`s meticulous vineyard practices and commitment to traditional winemaking methods, which his daughter Gaia Gaja now continues. This vintage is an excellent example of Barbaresco`s potential, showing depth and finesse that will evolve beautifully with time.