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Barbaresco

2006 Barbaresco Red Blend

The Gaja Barbaresco is a stunning red blend hailing from the prestigious Barbaresco region, renowned for producing some of Italy's finest wines. This 2006 vintage showcases a beautifully deep red color that captivates the eye. On the palate, it exhibits a full-bodied experience with high acidity, offering a bright and lively character that enhances its overall charm. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing layers of dark fruit flavors that dance gracefully alongside nuanced notes of spice and floral undertones. The well-integrated tannins provide a structured backbone, ensuring this wine can both be enjoyed now and will age gracefully over the years. As a dry wine, it beautifully balances its richness and complexity, making it an exceptional choice for any fine dining occasion.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Spices

Spices

Leather

Leather

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Italy
Italy

While France takes the crown for the most famous wines styles and grape varieties, Italy is where wine was first perfected. The ancient Greeks called it Oenotria—"land of the vines"—and the Roman Empire advanced grape growing and winemaking to a level of quality we still enjoy today. But behind Italy's best-known wines, such as Chianti, Barolo and prosecco, there's an almost endless diversity of delights awaiting the intrepid explorer. The key to understanding Italian wine is regionality and (of course) food. From the aromatic and sparkling whites of the north to Sicily's rich and spicy reds, Italy offers wine lovers a lifetime of gastronomic treats.

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