Barbaresco 2012 Gaja

Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Brand	Gaja
Vintage	2012
Country	Italy
Region	Piemonte
Grape	Nebbiolo
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	-2032
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (91)

The 2012 Barbaresco shows different DNA from its previous incarnations. Angelo Gaja usually blends fruit from 14 vineyard sites to make this wine. Starting with this vintage, he has opted to reduce that number to eight vineyards instead. The change is subtle, but you can taste it. At this young stage in the wine's life I was unsure of the results. This Barbaresco is more austere, thorny and nervous compared to the super supple and rich vintages of the immediate past. The nose shows dark fruit follow by cola, garden herb and white pepper. The mouthfeel is silky and firm and edgy.

James Suckling (92)

New oak adds vanilla and toast to the expressive cherry and berry fruit in this dense red, presenting a layer of tannins that will require time to integrate. Much better with air, staying fresh, focused and long.

BOW (8)