{"product_id":"barbaresco-1999-docg-gaja","title":"Barbaresco 1999 DOCG Gaja","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBarbaresco 1999 DOCG Gaja, great Nebbiolo from the Langhe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBarbaresco 1999 DOCG Gaja\u003c\/strong\u003e is a reference red wine for those seeking elegance, depth, and territorial identity. Signed by the \u003cstrong\u003eGaja\u003c\/strong\u003e winery, it is made from \u003cstrong\u003eNebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e grown in the heart of the Piedmont Langhe, in an area historically suited for the production of great aging wines. It is a label that combines structure and finesse, with a classic profile capable of expressing over time all the complexity typical of Barbaresco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyards are located in the municipality of Barbaresco, in the province of Cuneo, south of the Tanaro River, in a landscape of harmonious and well-recognizable hills. Here, the soils of the Langhe, rich in white marls and blue tuff, contribute to giving the wine tension, depth, and a highly appealing aromatic character. The \u003cstrong\u003eBarbaresco DOCG\u003c\/strong\u003e designation guarantees the origin and evokes a noble, refined, and long-lived style, in which \u003cstrong\u003eNebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e finds one of its most famous expressions. Manual harvesting and the aging process required by the regulations complete an enological profile designed to enhance complexity and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, the wine presents shades that evolve from ruby red to garnet, with a brightness typical of mature great Piedmont reds. On the nose, it offers floral aromas of rose and violet, followed by spicy nuances and fruity memories that, with evolution, can shift towards citrus and more mature notes. On the palate, it shows structure, consistency, and concentration, supported by a tannic framework that is present but measured. The acidity and minerality give lift to the sip, while the finish is long, savory, and persistent, with an elegant and finely classic style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBarbaresco 1999 DOCG Gaja\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs wonderfully with game birds and feathered game, roasted roe deer and guinea fowl, braised dishes, and important second courses of traditional cuisine. It is also perfect with truffle pasta dishes, structured risottos, and aged cheeses like Castelmagno and Bra. Its combination of intensity, freshness, and tannin makes it suitable for rich, flavorful, and aromatically complex dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ideal temperature to serve the \u003cstrong\u003eBarbaresco 1999 DOCG Gaja\u003c\/strong\u003e is between \u003cstrong\u003e16 and 18 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e. Being an evolved wine, it benefits from an early opening of at least an hour; if the bottle has spent many years in the cellar, a longer time may also be helpful to promote oxygenation and the expression of aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing the \u003cstrong\u003eBarbaresco 1999 DOCG Gaja\u003c\/strong\u003e means opting for a great Piedmont red capable of combining prestige, territoriality, and evolutionary charm. It is an ideal bottle for collectors, enthusiasts of important Italian wines, and for those who wish to bring to the table an authoritative, elegant, and versatile label in pairings. A purchase that tells the value of \u003cstrong\u003eBarbaresco\u003c\/strong\u003e and the signature of a winery that is a symbol of the Langhe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Gaja","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56659224297858,"sku":"443","price":370.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/f47aad24c29af83ef540bb6191433978.jpg?v=1779234151","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/products\/barbaresco-1999-docg-gaja","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}