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Gaja

Gaja Conteisa Langhe

Name: Gaja Conteisa Langhe
Brand: Gaja
Price: null USD
Rating: 4.75 (0 reviews)

Italy, Piemonte

Red wine

4.8

Expert Rating

4.3

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Gaja Conteisa Langhe is a premium red wine produced by the renowned Italian winemaker Gaja. The wine is made from Nebbiolo grapes grown in the Langhe appellation, known for its ideal vineyard features such as steep slopes and well-draining soils. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels. The resulting wine is characterized by its elegant and complex style, with notes of red fruit, spices, and earthy undertones. Gaja Conteisa Langhe is a highly sought-after wine among collectors and wine enthusiasts, thanks to its exceptional quality and reputation as one of the finest expressions of Nebbiolo from the Langhe region.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Gaja Conteisa Langhe is a wonderfully balanced and elegant wine.On the nose, it has aromas of ripe cherry, wild strawberry, and notes of licorice, menthol, and balsamic. On the palate, it is soft and velvety with flavors of ripe cherry, blackberry, and a hint of spice. The finish is long and lingering with delicate tannins and a hint of oak. All in all, this is a delightful and complex wine that will surely please even the most discerning of palates.

EXPERT RATING

4.8

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Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Nebbiolo

ORIGINS

Winery: Gaja

Region: Piemonte

Piemonte, located in the northwest of Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. It is home to some of the most iconic wines, such as Barolo and Barbaresco, and is renowned for its stunning landscapes and centuries-old winemaking traditions. It is also home to the world famous sparkling wine Moscato d’Asti. The history of winemaking in Piemonte dates back to the ancient Romans, who planted the first vines in the region. Since then, the region has become a major producer of some of the world's finest wines. The region's winemaking industry was revolutionized by the introduction of the modern winemaking techniques of the French. This led to the emergence of some of the most iconic wines of the region, such as Barolo and Barbaresco.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.3

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