2013 Gaja, Barbaresco 6x75cl

Gaja

Case Format: 75cl

Max score: 96

Drink To: 2023-2043

A single vineyard Barolo with a story to tell. Conteisa vineyard is situated in Cerequio, in the municipality of la Morra, covering 6 hectares and homes vines which are on average 65 years old. Opulent, long lived and expressive. Fresh bouquet, fine and ripe tannins, great drinkability. Open and persistent nose. Polished tannins and the bright acidity balance the fruit concentration, leading to classic medium-weight structure with remarkable ageing potential.
£926.00 IN BOND

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CRITIC REVIEWS

96
Antonio Galloni

The 2013 Barbaresco is fabulous. In fact, this is one of the best Barbarescos I have tasted at Gaja in many years. Vibrant, perfumed and beautifully sculpted in the glass, the 2013 possesses tons of understated intensity. Sweet red cherry, mint, white pepper and anise are all lifted in the glass. The 2013 is an almost shockingly classic Barbaresco from Gaja. The translucent color, vibrant Nebbiolo fruit and austere but noble tannins represent a move towards a much more traditional style. For readers who can find it, the 2013 is simply a must-have wine.

93+
Monica Larner

The Gaja 2013 Barbaresco is a toned and elegant wine with a very impactful and focused bouquet. Dark fruit nuances segue seamlessly to spice, grilled herb, tar, licorice and leather. In keeping with that trademark Gaja touch, those transitions feel polished, long and smooth. The pleasure factor is high on this wine, thanks to the robust concentration it offers and the beautifully velvety nature of its texture. Gaia Gaja tells me that she and her family are especially happy with the quality of tannins achieved in this vintage. They do indeed show a noticeable level of succulence and proverbial crunch.

16.5+
JancisRobinson.com

A return to the DOCG and hence 100% Nebbiolo. Only just mid ruby with the beginning of orange tinges. Really holding back on the nose. Cool, a little sleek and rather austere on the palate for the moment. Bags of tannins and noticeable oak hints. Not for immediate consumption. Ugly-duckling state, no doubt there is more to come. (WS)

DELIVERY INFORMATION

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

COUNTRY

Italy

REGION

Piedmont

SUB REGION

Barbaresco

VINTAGE

2013

COLOUR

Red

CASE FORMAT

6x75cl

AVAILABILITY

IMMEDIATE

MAX CRITIC SCORE

96

DRINK TO

2023-2043

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