One of the great Italian wines – classic Barbaresco, the historic flagship of the Gaja family. This wine is named after the village of Barbaresco, where the Gaja family has lived since the 17th century. The complexity of this classic Barbaresco is determined by a blend of high-class "Nebbiolo" from 14 different Gaja estates.
A rich, round, and fruity aroma for each vintage. Barbaresco is dominated by strawberry, red fruit, and cherry notes. The taste is characterized by excellent tannin integration. Blackberry, orange, and floral notes transition into a subtle, smooth, and full-bodied flavor.
14 vineyards located in the municipality of Barbaresco. The land, located at an altitude of 250–330 meters above sea level, covers an area of 21.4 hectares. The plants are on average 40 years old.
The wine from all the different 'Nebbiolo' vineyards is fermented and aged in oak barrels separately for 12 months. They are then blended and further aged in large oak barrels for 12 months. After aging in oak barrels, the wine is additionally aged in the bottle for 1 year.
Serve at 16-18 °C with beef steaks, game dishes seasoned with truffles or mature cheeses.
So many aromas of fresh rose petals as well as hibiscus tea. Medium-bodied with crunchy and flowery character with sliced strawberries and a bright finish. So appealing with lovely structure. Chewy at the end. Drinkable but better in three or four years.
The Gaja family settled in the Piedmont region of northwestern Italy in the mid-17th century. They have been producing wine in the Barbaresco area since 1859. Four generations of dedicated work and a noble pursuit of making top-quality wines have made the Gaja name synonymous with Italian winemaking excellence worldwide. Today, the fifth generation – Gaia, Giovanni, and Rossana Gaja – continues the family traditions, leading this legendary winery.
Currently, Gaja in Piedmont produces both classic expressions of the ‘Nebbiolo’ grape – Barbarescos and Barolos – and innovative “Langhe DOC” red and white wines from international grape varieties. The family also owns two estates in Tuscany: “Ca’Marcanda” in Bolgheri, famous for its “Super Tuscan” wines, and “Pieve S. Restituta” in the Montalcino area, producing “Brunello di Montalcino” wines. Additionally, a joint project with Alberto Graci in Sicily, at the foot of Mount Etna, testifies to the family’s constant pursuit of innovation and quality.
The Gaja family firmly believes that the true spirit and quality of wine are born in the vineyards themselves. Therefore, the greatest attention is paid to vineyard care: searching for climate change-resistant clones, limiting yields, growing other crops between vineyard rows to enrich the soil and help retain moisture and protect the harvest from heat. The highest quality standards are applied to all farms: grapes are grown only in family-owned vineyards, adhering to ecological and sustainability principles, with particular attention to soil quality and biodiversity.
Wine Style
Gaja wines are characterized by elegance, complexity, and perfectly reflect the terroir of their origin regions.
Prestigious Vineyards
The Gaja family owns prestigious vineyards in the Piedmont and Tuscany regions:
Aging and Consumption Period
Gaja wines are characterized by an excellent balance, allowing them to be enjoyed both young and mature. They have immense potential to age and develop over time, revealing new nuances of their character.
