COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2004
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Gaja
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Gaja Barbaresco 2004 is a single-varietal Nebbiolo from the Barbaresco DOCG in Piedmont, Italy. Grapes are sourced from 14 vineyards owned by the Gaja family, a winery with a history dating back to 1859. Angelo Gaja, the current owner, is recognized for his innovative approach to winemaking in the region. The 2004 vintage benefited from a growing season characterized by a slow start followed by mild weather, promoting gradual ripening and complex flavor development.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€290
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Gaja sources Nebbiolo from 14 different vineyards in Barbaresco.
Fact 02
Angelo Gaja is credited with popularizing single-vineyard bottlings in Piedmont.
Fact 03
The winery was founded by Giovanni Gaja in 1859.
Fact 04
Barbaresco DOCG wines are exclusively made from Nebbiolo.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Gaja Barbaresco is made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes. The winemaking process involves fermentation, with specific details for the 2004 vintage suggesting the potential use of more new oak, contributing to a deeper color. Aging typically includes time in barriques (small oak barrels) followed by larger casks (botte grande), and then further bottle aging. The 2004 vintage benefited from a late harvest due to favorable late-season weather, allowing for gradual maturation.
