Back to SommPicks US
Early AccessSommPicks EU Direct
Reviews 93 points Vinous "...offers a striking balance of varietal character and textural silkiness. It is perhaps a bit less assertive than the 2019 tasted alongside it (not in a bad way), but also creamier and a bit more generous. Clean mineral and white flower notes support the finish. (AG)"
Ridiculously low 2-day shipping. Add to cart to calculate cost.
In the winemaking world, the Gaja estate in Italy's Piedmont region stands as a vanguard of tradition, quality, and innovation. This esteemed winery, spanning over five generations, has firmly etched its mark on the international wine scene, acting as a precursor for the renaissance of Italian wines.
Known for his pioneering spirit, Angelo Gaja revolutionized winemaking in Piedmont, introducing single-vineyard wines, integrating Bordeaux varietals, anusingof barriques. These bold moves were instrumental in leading Barbaresco to international fame and reinventing Italian wines on a broader scale.
Among the standout vineyards is Costa Russi, nestled below Sori Tildin within the Barbaresco village. Spanning four hectares, this vineyard is characterized by its limestone clay and marl soils. The vines here, some over 65 years old, do not endure direct sunlight throughout the day due to the vineyard's southwest orientation. The resultant wines are distinguished by their delicate expression and pronounced fruit character, making them the most gentle of the Gaja Barbarescos.
Sori Tildin, just over three hectares in size, boasts dense soils that lock in moisture, thereby contributing to the unique quality of the wines. The vineyard primarily faces south, absorbing sunlight that helps to create wines of impressive balance. Tildin's wines bear a historical imprint; the vineyard's name honors Angelo's grandmother Clotilde (affectionately called Tilden), who insisted on securing the best Barbaresco vineyards after World War II.
With its direct southern exposure and proximity to the Tanaro River valley, Sori San Lorenzo enjoys warm air currents, leading to early ripening and harvest. The clay and limestone-rich soils in this nearly 3-hectare vineyard nurture some of Gaja's oldest vines. Wines from Sori San Lorenzo tend to be more austere when young and possess an impressive structure. With high tannin concentration, these wines demand a longer aging period and promise remarkable longevity.
The Sperss vineyard in Serralunga d'Alba, a nostalgic addition to the Gaja portfolio in 1988, is a testament to the family's history with Barolo. Stretching roughly 12 hectares, this vineyard produces Barolo wines noted for their firm, tannic structure. The first vintage of Sperss was in 1989, marking a significant milestone for Gaja in their return to Barolo production.
These vineyards collectively capture the essence of Gaja's commitment to qualityr innovation-driven approach, and the authentic expression of Piedmont's terroir, making GAJA a pinnacle of Italian winemaking.
Pre Arrival refers to items that we have purchased, but are not yet on the way to our warehouse. Pre Arrival items are generally 7-14 weeks out.
In order to offer you the best value, we consolidate shipments from Europe (or elsewhere), constantly balancing timing and cost. We always do our best to offer accurate arrival estimates and to keep you informed throughout the process, but we are not able to offer guaranteed arrival dates on In Transit or Pre Arrival items. For questions regarding specific In Transit or Pre Arrival items, please contact us at team@sommpicks.com.
Please note: confirmed order requests for In Transit and Pre Arrival items are final sale and therefore not cancellable.
In Transit refers to items that are en route (via air, sea or land) to our warehouse and generally expected to arrive in 4-7 weeks.
In order to offer you the best value, we consolidate shipments from Europe (or elsewhere), constantly balancing timing and cost. We always do our best to offer accurate arrival estimates and to keep you informed throughout the process, but we are not able to offer guaranteed arrival dates on In Transit or Pre Arrival items. For questions regarding specific In Transit or Pre Arrival items, please contact us at team@sommpicks.com.
Please note: confirmed order requests for In Transit and Pre Arrival items are final sale and therefore not cancellable.
Producers denoted with are represented exclusively in the USA, California, or Washington D.C. by SommPicks.
Curabitur ornare pretium placerat. Proin a augue ut diam semper vestibulum sit amet vitae nisi. Vivamus eleifend enim quis nisl cursus rhoncus. Suspendisse sit amet eros risus. Body Text Link Vestibulum dictum nisl. Curabitur ornare pretium placerat. Proin a augue ut diam semper vestibulum sit amet vitae nisi.
Curabitur ornare pretium placerat. Proin a augue ut diam semper vestibulum sit amet vitae nisi. Vivamus eleifend enim quis nisl cursus rhoncus. Curabitur ornare pretium placerat. Proin a augue ut diam semper vestibulum sit amet vitae nisi. Vivamus eleifend enim quis nisl cursus rhoncus.
Suspendisse sit amet eros risus. Vestibulum dictum nisl. Curabitur ornare pretium placerat. Proin a augue ut diam semper vestibulum sit amet vitae nisi.
To calculate the cost of shipping, add products to your cart and use the shipping calculator.
In Stock orders going out via Local Same Day placed before 2pm (pst) on business days will go out the same day. Weather permitting, In Stock orders going out via FedEx, Climate Controlled Ground and Temperature Controlled typically ship within 1-2 business days unless requested otherwise. We always do what we can to make sure your order won’t spend the weekend in a non-temperature controlled logistics hub and in order to facilitate this, we may hold your order for shipment the following week unless you tell us not to.
We do not fulfill partial orders by default, so if your order contains a combination of In Stock and In Transit/Pre Arrival items, we'll automatically hold the In Stock items until everything is ready. If you wish to receive your In Stock items in advance of your In Transit and/or Pre Arrival items, we do ask that you place two separate orders. If you forget to place two separate orders, but still want to receive your In Stock items first, please send us an email at team@sommpicks.com and we’ll take care of it for you.
Transit time always depends on what delivery method* you select and where your order is going, but here’s a quick cheat sheet:
Please note that not all delivery methods are available for all locations. To see what options are available for your destination, simply enter your delivery details at checkout and the various options will auto-populate.
*Quoted delivery times for all carriers are estimates only and not guaranteed.