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Gaja

Gaja Costa Russi Barbaresco

Name: Gaja Costa Russi Barbaresco
Brand: Gaja
Price: null USD
Rating: 4.75 (0 reviews)

Italy, Piemonte

Red wine

4.8

Expert Rating

4.4

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Gaja Costa Russi Barbaresco is a vibrant and full-bodied Italian red wine from the esteemed Barbaresco region of Piedmont. On the nose, intense aromas of dried cherry and prune mingle with notes of sweet tobacco and leather. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and juicy, with a broad and velvety texture and a long, succulent finish. It boasts elegant tannins, intense red berry fruits, and a hint of spice and minerality. Enjoy this wine with rustic Italian dishes such as wild boar stew or mushroom risotto.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Gaja Costa Russi Barbaresco offers an intense and complex nose with aromas of ripe red fruit, blackberries and cassis, as well as herbal and floral nuances of rose and violets.The palate is smooth and elegant, with well-presented tannins and a lengthy finish. Its powerful structure is balanced by a hint of sweetness, making it an inviting and enjoyable wine. Enjoy this full-bodied Barbaresco with aged cheeses, roasted meats, or game.

EXPERT RATING

4.8

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2030

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

4.4

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