{"title":"Gaja","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe estate has been based in Barbaresco since 1859, when Giovanni Gaja assembled the first two hectares of vineyard. It was Angelo Gaja, who joined the winery in 1961, who took the name beyond Langhe; today, his children Gaia, Rossana and Giovanni work alongside him.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe choices that shaped the house's history are well known: single-vineyard bottling with Sorì San Lorenzo from 1967, followed by Sorì Tildìn and Costa Russi, the barrique, the purchase of Sperss in Serralunga d'Alba in 1988, and entry into Barolo. This was followed by Pieve Santa Restituta in Montalcino, Ca' Marcanda in Bolgheri and, since 2017, Idda on Etna.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe STELT selection includes Barbaresco 2019, from vineyards in Barbaresco and Treiso, and Sperss 2016, which returned to the Barolo denomination with the 2013 vintage after its years as Langhe Nebbiolo. Provenance verified.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gaja-barbaresco-2019-075","title":"Gaja Barbaresco 2019 DOCG 0,75l","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eGaja Barbaresco 2019 DOCG 0,75l presents itself as one of the most measured and refined interpretations of the Barbaresco area, nestled in the Langhe of Piemonte, where Nebbiolo expresses a texture of elegance and substance aligned with a wine culture devoted to precision and long ageing; the Gaja estate, with roots deeply embedded in Piemonte’s family heritage and a history of innovation capable of elevating Italian production to the international stage, has successfully combined respect for tradition with a contemporary vision, maintaining an identity strongly tied to the terroir and a commitment to quality; the estate’s identity is founded on a production philosophy that prioritizes estate-owned vineyards, careful agronomic management, and a winemaking process focused on clean operations, the use of neutral vessels, and carefully calibrated ageing times, in order to return to the wine its genuine fruit character, aromatic complexity, and longevity consistent with the character of Barbaresco Nebbiolo; its distinctive profile compared with other producers is therefore clear: an elegant tension that does not sacrifice depth, an aromatic repertoire alternating violet and red-fruit notes with hints of graphite, pink pepper, cocoa, and woodland, and a structure that balances solidity and smoothness, with well-integrated tannins and lively freshness guiding the tasting through progressive layers of savoury character; stylistically, Gaja Barbaresco 2019 DOCG 0,75l stands out for its precise temperament, its ability to evolve over time, and its role within the producer’s range, where it serves as a benchmark for those seeking an authentic expression of Barbaresco Nebbiolo without compromises in colour or intensity, while also offering a genuine and tangible ageing perspective; in conclusion, the wine is suited to formal and collecting contexts, yet retains the dignity of a product capable of accompanying conversations and reflective moments with a restrained but perceptible nobility, in keeping with the STELT positioning.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gaja","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56778966335813,"sku":"GAJ-BAR-PIE-19-075","price":240.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/files\/Gaja-Barbaresco-2019-DOCG-075l.jpg?v=1788874498"},{"product_id":"gaja-sperss-2016-075","title":"Gaja Sperss 2016 DOCG 0,75l","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eGaja Sperss 2016 DOCG is a distinguished red wine that represents an essential chapter in Piemonte’s winemaking tradition, an expression of Langhe, Piemonte, where Nebbiolo and slow maturation coexist in a balance destined for longevity, presented in a 0.75-liter bottle. The Gaja estate, founded in the 19th century by Giovanni Gaja and now guided by a family that has successfully combined entrepreneurial rigor with international curiosity, has made the decision to invest in Piemonte terroir an essential part of its identity: an approach that does not fear innovation but places it at the service of varietal purity. The production philosophy reveals a rare sensitivity: meticulous vineyard work, hand harvesting, careful yield management, and aging that favors harmony between the raw material and wood, with an eye toward evolution in the glass. Compared with other similar producers, Sperss stands out for its ability to give Nebbiolo a modern profile without losing its soul, together with vibrant acidity and polished tannins, allowing the bottle to withstand the passage of time while simultaneously offering frank notes of dark fruit, mature spices, and a mineral note that evokes its highly suited soil. In this 2016 vintage, its substance is already evident in the extraction: intense ruby color with garnet reflections, while the aroma unfolds in a palette of cherry and sour cherry, citrus peel, black pepper, and nuances of leather. On the palate, the structure is rich yet framed by elegance, with balanced tannins, drive through the mid-palate, and a persistence that extends the tasting experience. Sperss holds a prominent place in the Gaja range, embodying the idea of a wine that is not merely a celebration of terroir but also a long-term project, capable of evolving in the bottle and accompanying moments of fine dining and refined conversation among enthusiasts and collectors. For those seeking a wine capable of reflecting Nebbiolo’s complexity without giving up modernity and depth, Gaja Sperss 2016 DOCG is a choice that channels its heritage into a contemporary interpretation, one that STELT presents with commitment and consistency.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gaja","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56778966368581,"sku":"GAJ-SPE-PIE-16-075","price":427.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/files\/Gaja-Sperss-2016-DOCG-075l.jpg?v=1788874500"}],"url":"https:\/\/steltwines.com\/en\/collections\/gaja.oembed","provider":"STELT - Vini Pregiati \u0026 Champagne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}