COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Gaja
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Gaja Sorì Tildìn Barbaresco 2021 is a 100% Nebbiolo wine from the Barbaresco DOCG in Piedmont, Italy. The 'Sorì' designation signifies a south-facing hillside, and 'Tildìn' is a tribute to Angelo Gaja's grandmother, Clotilde, highlighting the wine's family heritage. The vineyard is situated atop a hill in Barbaresco, benefiting from significant sunshine due to its orientation and shape. The Gaja family has a winemaking history dating back to 1859, with Angelo Gaja being a key figure in modernizing Piedmontese winemaking and bringing international recognition to Barbaresco. Sorì Tildìn is recognized as one of Gaja's esteemed single-vineyard crus, alongside Sorì San Lorenzo and Costa Russi.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€760
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Sorì Tildìn means 'little hill of Clotilde', honoring Angelo Gaja's grandmother.
Fact 02
The vineyard's amphitheater shape and south/southwestern exposure maximize sunshine.
Fact 03
Gaja is one of three renowned single-vineyard crus in Barbaresco from the producer.
Fact 04
The 2021 vintage is part of a limited release, with specific market launches planned.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Gaja Sorì Tildìn Barbaresco 2021 is produced from 100% Nebbiolo grapes. The winemaking process involves fermentation, with controlled temperatures likely employed to manage extraction and preserve aromatics. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes an aging period of 24 months in oak barrels. This aging process is designed to integrate the wine's components and contribute to its development. Gaja is known for its innovative approach, including the use of barriques and a strong emphasis on single-vineyard crus like Sorì Tildìn, reflecting a philosophy of meticulous vineyard management and terroir expression.
