Darmagi Gaja 1997
Darmagi Gaja 1997 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon, Nebbiolo (Piedmont, Italy), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are very firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is some. Good with steak, lamb, beef stew, mushroom risotto. Cheapest offer £275.00 at Hedonism Wines.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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Produced from a single 2.5-hectare vineyard planted in 1978 directly beneath the town of Barbaresco, Darmagi was Angelo Gaja’s homage to the noble Cabernet Sauvignon grape. According to local legend, the name of this cuvée (which means a pity/shame in the Piedmontese dialect) came about after Angelo’s father expressed disappointment that his son had planted Cabernet in a region devoted to Nebbiolo. A wine renowned for its firm structure early in its life, this example from 1997 should be just about reaching its peak. 90 points, Robert Parker.