A little known fact about this particular Gaja Barolo: in 2012, Gaja did not make their prized Nebbiolos, "Conteisa" or "Sperss" (at $200 and $300 per bottle, respectively). Instead, that precious fruit went into the 2012 DaGromis - and it shows!!

Rich aromas of wild berries and floral notes are layered with licorice, dried h ... Read More »

A little known fact about this particular Gaja Barolo: in 2012, Gaja did not make their prized Nebbiolos, "Conteisa" or "Sperss" (at $200 and $300 per bottle, respectively). Instead, that precious fruit went into the 2012 DaGromis - and it shows!!

Rich aromas of wild berries and floral notes are layered with licorice, dried herbs and spices. The textured body has an elegance and softness about it that can only be described as Gaja-like. Intoxicating truffle notes appear after a minute or two in the glass, along with strawberry and chamomile. The refined character of the Conteisa and Sperss fruit makes its presence known in the stunning finish that seems to linger for minutes!  

Piedmont

In northern Italy, Piedmont is home to a number of grape varietals.  Among them is the "noble grape" Nebbiolo.  Grown in several sub-regions, the most popular Nebbiolos hail from Barolo, Barbaresco, Langhe, Gattinara and ... Read More »

Piedmont

In northern Italy, Piedmont is home to a number of grape varietals.  Among them is the "noble grape" Nebbiolo.  Grown in several sub-regions, the most popular Nebbiolos hail from Barolo, Barbaresco, Langhe, Gattinara and Nebbiolo d'Alba.    

Barolos and Barbarescos boast delicious notes of cherry, rose petal and spice and thus often called the Burgundies of Italy.  Ageworthy, these wines typically have well balanced structure that allows them to evolve for decades.  Between them, Barolos are often characterized as king and Barbaresco as queen, with the latter often displaying a bit softer and more femanine interpreation of the grape - but ageworthy just the same. 

In addition to Nebbiolo, Piedmont is known for more fruit forward varietals, such Barbera and Dolcetto, which display dark berry and plum flavors.  And, though predominently known for red wine, Piedmont is home to delicious whites such as Gavi (Cortese), Arneis and Chardonnay.