Barolo “Conteisa” DOCG 2019

Angelo Gaja | Piedmont
Az. Agr. Gaja | Via Torino 36 | IT 12050 Barbaresco

05232419 · 0,75 l · 580,00 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping2 units available

Its rich bouquet exudes the sweet scent of red cherries and an elegant blend of flowers, mint, spices and liquorice. The flavour is velvety and inviting, with a perfect balance of powerful fruit, integrated tannins and beautifully balanced acidity. The charisma and complexity are overwhelming. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, brightening ruby-garnet colour. Very closed on the nose, emphasised mineral notes, then some raspberry and juicy, fresh cherry. Fine-meshed tannins in the attack, builds up in a multi-layered way, good tension, rich pressure in the final." Falstaff

"Almost medium ruby red in colour. Brooding and still quite restrained on the nose, with savoury, spicy and salty notes. Very elegant on the palate, but tightly meshed. Fresh, almost a little racy acidity and plenty of enveloping tannins, which become more prominent on the finish and need more time. Long and concentrated, but still lagging behind." Jancis Robinson

"A powerful and tannic wine with aromas and flavours of mushrooms, wild flowers, bark and black tea. Full and chewy. This is a young Nebbiolo that needs time to mellow." James Suckling

"Earthy and spicy, with flavours of cherries and raspberries underscored by iron, white pepper and eucalyptus. Firm and straightforward, this wine finishes with a sinewy feel, despite its superb balance and refined texture. Super long aftertaste." Wine Spectator

"The wine opens with aromas of warmed cherries, wild thyme, rose and mixed spices. On the palate, it presents preserved mixed berries, Pu'er tea, aniseed and a crushed stone minerality. Balanced with fine but firm tannins and a lively acidity that keeps the palate fresh and delicious." Wine Enthusiast

"The Barolo Conteisa 2019 is breathtaking. A wine of grace, power and finesse, the 2019 is instantly captivating. Crushed flowers, cinnamon, red berry fruit and rose petals are enveloped by silky La Morra tannins that emphasise its finesse. The harvestwill find an exquisite Barolo with enormous class. The 2019 is simply sublime." Vinous

"The Gaja 2019 Barolo Conteisa is a smooth operator with forest floor, dried fruit, autumn leaf and pickled plum from Japan with elements of both saltiness and sweetness. Conteisa goes for the high notes with floral tones, violet and something brittle like a laurel leaf. Its texture is very silky and tight. The wine persists with a smooth and long tenor.!" Wine Advocate