unfolding into good aromatic complexity
Exceptionally long finish
Aging: at least 6 months in used barriques
and it will be a gem once the tannins begin to soften
5 years in bottle
Gaja Sperss Langhe 2005 Piemonte Valle della Loira unfolding into good aromatic complexityType: Still red wine Region: Piemonte, Italy Alcohol content: 14. 5% Volume: 750 ml Grape blend: Nebbiolo 94%, Barbera 6% Aging: one year in barrique, 18 months in large wooden casks. Description: Intense garnet red color. The nose is simply stunning with layers of overripe black fruit, smoke, licorice, French oak, new leather, and spices. On the palate, it offers exceptional balance, velvety texture, excellent tannic structure, and persistence.