COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
PRODUCER
Gaja
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Gaja Darmagi Langhe DOP is a red wine from the Gaja winery in Piedmont, Italy. The wine is primarily composed of Cabernet Sauvignon, with smaller amounts of Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The Darmagi vineyard, planted in 1978 in Barbaresco, is situated at 280 meters above sea level on clay and silt soils. The name 'Darmagi' translates to 'What a pity' in the local dialect, reflecting the initial sentiment towards planting international varietals in a region known for Nebbiolo. This wine represents Gaja's innovative approach and belief in the potential of international grapes in Piedmont.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€420
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Darmagi' means 'What a pity' in Piedmontese dialect.
Fact 02
Planted in 1978, Darmagi was one of the first post-phylloxera Cabernet Sauvignon plantings in Piedmont.
Fact 03
The vineyard is located in the heart of Barbaresco village.
Fact 04
The wine is named after Angelo Gaja's father's initial reaction to planting Cabernet Sauvignon.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Gaja Darmagi Langhe DOP is produced from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc grapes grown in the Darmagi vineyard in Barbaresco. The grapes undergo fermentation and maceration for approximately three weeks in stainless steel tanks under controlled temperatures. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 24 months in oak barrels, with some indications of further aging in Slovenian oak vats. The wine is bottled unfiltered.
