GajaCosta Russi 2017

Name: Costa Russi
Brand: Gaja
SKU: VIN-014642
Price: 2671.2 GBP
Availability: InStock

Product code: 14642

£445.20 inc VAT

£2,671.20 / case of 6

Red Wine from
Piedmont, Italy

Country: Italy

Region: Piedmont

Sub-Region: Barbaresco

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Gaja

Alcohol: 14.5%

Volume: 750 ml

Grape: Nebbiolo

Grape: 100% Nebbiolo

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Country: Italy

Region: Piedmont

Sub-Region: Barbaresco

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Gaja

Alcohol: 14.5%

Volume: 750 ml

Grape: Nebbiolo

Grape: 100% Nebbiolo

Product Notes

Gaja Costa Russi is a sophisticated Italian wine renowned for its exquisite balance of intensity and elegance. This full-bodied red wine imbues a rich, complex palate, unveiling layers of ripe blackberry, cherry, and plum fruit flavours. The undernotes of warm spices, licorice, and cocoa blend harmoniously, lending an intriguing finesse. Aged in oak barrels, the wine boasts a plush texture with finely integrated tannins. Originating from the prestigious Piedmont region, especially the Costa Russi vineyard, it represents the epitome of viticulture excellence. Truly a gem for wine connoisseurs, Gaja Costa Russi is a sensational testament to Italy's wine-making tradition.

Tasting Notes

The 2015 Costa Russi nose is generous, floral and sweet with intense aromas of rose and violet, blood orange, red berries, liquorice and turmeric. The palate is fleshy, loaded with red and dark berry notes, such as mulberry, red currant, black cherry. The soft and round tannins balance the good acidity and lead to a wine with a certain volume. It is the most inviting and generous of the three Gaja single vineyards.

About the Winery

Nestled in the verdant hills of Barbaresco, Italy, you'll discover the esteemed Gaja Winery. Founded in 1859, it is a testament to the enduring passion the Gaja family holds for the art of viticulture, and their commitment to producing some of the finest wines in the world.

The Gaja Winery is known for pioneering techniques that have fundamentally transformed the face of Italian winemaking. Angelo Gaja, the brilliant mind behind many of these innovations, has been instrumental in putting Italian wines on the international stage. Not only did he introduce the use of new French oak barrels in fermentation, but he was also one of the key advocates of reducing vineyard yields in order to drastically enhance the quality of grapes.

The winery's profile boasts a stunning array of white and red wines. However, it was the single-vineyard Barbaresco wines that propelled the Gaja estate onto the international stage. With a multitude of global awards, their wines are a testament to both tradition and innovation.

Additionally, much of the winery's success can be attributed to the rigorous approach to vineyard management. The terroir, enriched by the unique soil and microclimate of the region, confers exceptional complexity and flavour to the grapes. Hand-harvesting ensures that only the finest are selected and processed immediately to preserve their quality.

Yet, Gaja is more than just about quality wines; it’s about the experience. The estate itself is beautiful featuring a rustic, but elegant charm that reflects the Gaja family’s respect for nature and tradition. As you explore its historic cellars, lush vineyards and taste their exceptional wines, you'll experience the heart and soul of Italian winemaking.

From humble beginnings, to being named among Italy's most renowned wineries, Gaja Winery rightfully deserves it's place in the annals of viniculture history. It remains a beacon of quality, innovation, and a hoe: a living testament to the power of family tradition and an enduring love for the land.

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