COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Gaja
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Gaja Sperss Barolo is a 100% Nebbiolo wine from the Barolo DOCG in Piedmont, Italy. It originates from the Sperss vineyard in Serralunga d'Alba, a site characterized by compact clayey-calcareous marls and a south-southwest exposure. The wine's name, 'Sperss,' is a Piedmontese dialect term for nostalgia, reflecting a significant moment for the Gaja family as it marked their first venture into producing Barolo from their own land, a notable expansion beyond their traditional Barbaresco roots. The Gaja winery, established in 1859, is a historic estate known for its fourth-generation winemaking leadership, which has embraced both tradition and innovation.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€504
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
18-20°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Sperss means 'nostalgia' in Piedmontese dialect.
Fact 02
This was Gaja's first Barolo estate, a significant step for the family.
Fact 03
The Sperss vineyard is a natural amphitheater.
Fact 04
Vines at Sperss average 50-55 years old.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Gaja Sperss Barolo is produced from 100% Nebbiolo grapes. Fermentation occurs in steel tanks, a process that allows for precise temperature control. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for approximately 30 months in a combination of small and large oak barrels (botti). This aging regimen is designed to impart structure and complexity, preparing the wine for its significant aging potential.
