Barbaresco 1997 Gaja

Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Brand	Gaja
Vintage	1997
Country	Italy
Region	Piemonte
Grape	Nebbiolo
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Slightly damaged, Slightly bin stained
Drinkable	-2025
Stock	0
Volume	0,75
Condition	bad labels
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	-2025
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (94)

Gaja's 1997 Barbaresco is undoubtedly the finest he has yet made. An exquisite effort, it boasts a dense ruby/purple color in addition to an extraordinary nose of black cherry liqueur, smoke, licorice, mineral, and floral aromas. The wine is full-bodied, opulent, and loaded with fruit. Despite its precocious nature, there is abundant tannin, and thus 3-4 years of cellaring is required. It should age effortlessly for 25 years.

Winespectator (95)

Dark ruby red. Lots of blackberry and cherry aromas. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a superfresh palate. It is still mouthpuckering, with layers of ripe and powerful tannins. This needs time.--1997 Italian blind retrospective.