Barbaresco 2010 Gaja

Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Brand	Gaja
Vintage	2010
Country	Italy
Region	Piemonte
Grape	Nebbiolo
Volume	0,75
Condition	From Original Wooden Case
Label	Slightly damaged
Drinkable	-2034
Stock	3
Volume	1,5
Condition	From Original Wooden Case
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	2018-2030
Stock	0
Volume	3,0
Condition	From Original Wooden Case
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	2018-2030
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (94)

Smack from the start, the 2010 Barbaresco shows full-on Gajissimo personality with irresistible opulence and intensity, magically contrasted against remarkable smoothness and finesse. Everyone wants to know his secret. The wine delivers seductively rich concentration and integrated oak that is offset by a delicate portfolio of chiseled mineral, dried berry fruit, Spanish cedar, crushed herb, anisette and blue flower. Fruit is sourced from 14 vineyards in Barbaresco. It already leaves a mark, but will reward those who wait.

James Suckling (93)

Very aromatic with strawberries, flowers and cherries. Some sawdust character from the wood barrels. Full body with super-integrated tannins and a creamy, cherry and cedar undertone. Very elegant.

Jancis Robinson (17)

Seductive, earthy marasca cherry with a hint of black tea and dark chocolate. The new oak is perfectly integrated but the bitter tannins are slightly drying on the finish, at least for the moment.

Wine Enthusiast (95)

Gaja's classic Barbaresco is gorgeous in 2010, showing an intense perfume of violet, earth and ripe red fruits punctuated by balsamic notes. The palate delivers rich wild cherry notes layered with mint, cinnamon and eucalyptus. This is structured and elegant and will develop more complexity over time.