Barbaresco “Sorì San Lorenzo” DOP 2021

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

05232521 · 0,75 l · 1.126,67 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping10 units available
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While the Barbaresco Costa Russi expresses itself more discreetly with purity and grace, the Barbaresco Sorì San Lorenzo struts in the front row. It has a firmer texture and is not as timid or restrained as the Costa Russi. The Sorì San Lorenzo site is closest to the warm air currents that flow down the Tanaro river valley, and this vineyard site is always the first to ripen and be harvested. A stronger mineral note can be found here, with iron rust, pencil shavings and potting soil mingling with the primary fruit, revealing an astonishing complexity and depth. SUPERIORE.DE

"Not yet on the market at the time of tasting, but already exudes an aroma of red berries and leather, with a delicate hint of meadow flowers; excellent structure with accentuated acidity and characterful, promising tannins, the finish is complex and persistent. Put it in the cellar and wait." Vinum

"The Sorì San Lorenzo site is often the first to be harvested as it benefits from warm air currents. Wow, what a breathtaking, expressive nose, almost transcendental, incredibly profound and complex, bright red, freshly picked flowers, graphite, blossoms and fine terroir and iron notes, which are typical here. Powerful structure on the palate, the finest raspberries, minerality throughout, a super arc of tension with a bright, radiant style through to the long, vibrant final." Weinwisser

"Bright ruby colour with a broad garnet rim. Exciting nose with aromas of roses and cranberries, then lots of ripe wild raspberry, underpinned by fine spice components. Textured, very well-distributed tannins in many layers, characterises the palate, coated in fine enamel, currently similarly closed as Tildin, but has great potential that can be enjoyed for decades to come." Falstaff

"This rich, juicy version is packed with aromas and flavours of ripe cherries, raspberries, roses, graphite and menthol. The lush, supple texture is balanced by a dense line of chalky tannins that build on the finish. It shows excellent balance and length, seducing with its upfront fruit before tightening up - a taster of its potential." Wine Spectator

"An enchanting blend of tea and herbs tangos with grilled cherries and reconstituted currants creates an aromatic profile that's sure to turn heads. The palate is a sublime combination of fresh and preserved red berries, wild herbs, leaves, tar, and crushed stone that all work in unison, ever-evolving with each glance of the glass. Well-structured and firm, a wine of remarkable elegance." Wine Enthusiast

"This vintage offers a striking intensity that is concentrated and pure. Dark berry fruit is surrounded by spice, earth and liquorice. The tannins are very present in the San Lorenzo, especially in this vintage, and ideally this bottle should age for many more years in the bottle. With so many decades of family history behind this site, the excellence of San Lorenzo is an enduring symbol of the creativity and expertise of the Gaja heritage." Wine Advocate

"A rather exotic and wild Sori San Lorenzo. Even extravagant. Dried flowers and spices with bark, mushroom and dried dark cherry. Perfumed and primarily with earth. Full-bodied and juicy with fine, velvety tannins that are multi-layered and magnificent. So classic and soft on the palate with great length. Give this wine four to five years, but it will become a classic." James Suckling