Gaja Barolo Sperss - IN BOND

gaja sperss - wimbledon wine cellar

In 2018, the red grapes are characterized by thick skins, soft tannins and complex flavours...

The wine opens up with dominant citrus notes followed by hints of cedar and spices. Complex aromas of juniper, cherry, and ripe plum rise from the glass. Marzipan, sweet spices, turmeric, and licorice from the wood add another layer of flavor. However, it's a light use of wood that's balanced with delicate sweetness, fresh spice notes, and tannins; present but not intrusive in the mouth. The wine finishes clean, sharp, yet austere.

97 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Feb 2022: The 2018 Barolo Sperss is a gorgeous, gorgeous wine. The aromatics alone are beguiling. Then again, that's one of the things that makes Barolo such a totally seductive wine. Sweet black cherry, lavender, spice and leather give this unusually translucent Barolo striking layers of dimension. Potent Serralunga tannins are present, but they are beautifully woven into the wine's fabric. Sadly, production is around 11,000 bottles, down sharply from the 18,000 or so that is more typical.

95, James Suckling, August 2022: Lots of rose-petal aromas here, together with some stems and sandalwood, as well plums and berries. Medium-bodied with a tight palate and very fine tannins that run the length of the wine. Linear and focused. Hints of nutmeg and pie crust highlight the palate. Approachable. now, but needs at last three or four years to open. Try after 2026.

Wine Features

Country: 
Vintage: 
2018
Dominant Grape: 
Nebbiolo
Case Size: 
6
Bottle Size: 
75cl
Type: 
Red
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£1,550.00 a case (6 x 75cl)