Gaja Sori San Lorenzo Barbaresco 2016 75cl

Gaja Sori San Lorenzo Barbaresco

• This has dense aromas of  quince compote and strawberry jam. It is extremely rich showing red apple and pomegranate, together with notes of fully-ripe strawberry and blackberry
• Tasting Sori San Lorenzo Barbaresco is reviving, a persistent feeling touches every part of the mouth, leaving a refreshing and powerful sensation
• The tannins are easily detectable but silky

The 2016 vintage is one of the best of the 21st century for the wines of Piedmont, and that is certainly reflected in these single vineyard Barbarescos.

The Sori San Lorenzo vineyard is just over 3 hectares. It neighbours the old town centre and sits at an altitude of 250 metres, facing south. The soil consists of clayey-calcareous marls and the vines are 50 years old on average. The undergoes around three weeks fermentation and maceration prior to 24 months ageing in oak.