COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Gaja
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Gaja Barolo Sperss 2020 is a 100% Nebbiolo wine from the Barolo DOCG in Piedmont, Italy. The grapes are sourced from the Sperss vineyard in Serralunga d'Alba, an area recognized for producing wines with significant structure and longevity. The Gaja family, with a winemaking history dating back to 1859, imbues their wines with a deep connection to the land, reflected in the wine's name 'Sperss,' which signifies nostalgia. The 2020 vintage has garnered significant critical attention, highlighting the quality of the grapes and the terroir.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€420
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Sperss means 'nostalgia' in Piedmontese dialect.
Fact 02
The wine undergoes a dual aging process in different types of oak.
Fact 03
Gaja is a winery with a legacy dating back to 1859.
Fact 04
Serralunga d'Alba is a prime Cru for powerful Barolo.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Gaja Barolo Sperss 2020 begins with a strictly manual harvest and meticulous selection of Nebbiolo grapes. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel vats over approximately three weeks, followed by an extended maceration period. The wine is then aged in two stages: first for 12 months in French oak barriques, and subsequently for another 12 months in large, traditional wooden barrels. Following bottling, the wine rests in the cellar for several additional months before release.
