Gaja, Barolo Sperss 2013, Bottle 750 ml

Gaja’s Barolo Sperss 2013 is a pure expression of Nebbiolo, coming from vineyards over 55 years old located in the Marenca-Rivette sub-area, in the municipality of Serralunga d’Alba. The term “Sperss” in Piedmontese dialect means “nostalgia”, referring to Gaja’s desire to produce Barolo after the acquisition of the vineyards in the 80s. Vinification involves fermentation in steel, followed by aging for 12 months in barriques and a further 12 months in large oak barrels. The wine has an intense garnet red hue; hints of red fruit, spices, licorice and tobacco emerge on the nose. in the mouth it is powerful and refined, with dense tannins and a finish of good persistence. Ideal in combination with red meats, game and aged cheeses.