96 points Kerin O'Keefe: "Woodland berry, blue flower, sun baked soil and a whiff of dark spice shape the nose. Structured and extremely elegant, the focused, impeccable palate doles out juicy red cherry, strawberry, baking spice and star anise set against taut, polished tannins that provide seamless support. It’s well balanced, with fresh acidity. It’s already tempting but hold for even more complexity. Drink: 2022–2032. (Sep 2018)"
95 points Bruce Sanderson (Wine Spectator): "[$210 list] A combination of savory and fruit elements, this red reveals cherry, berry, eucalyptus, menthol, tar and mineral flavors. Firms up, with monolithic tannins locking this tight. Patience is required. Best from 2023 through 2042. 900 cases imported. (3/31/19)"
95 points Falstaff Guide: "Bright ruby. Dense and very vivid nose, rich notes of ripe peach, some rhubarb, then raspberry. Lots of sweet, ripe fruit, of dark cherry and raspberry, opens with strong dense tannins, develops well, with a firm drive on the finish. (8/30/18)"
95 points James Suckling: "A rich and layered Barbaresco with cedar and plums, as well as light leather and rose aromas that follow to a full yet balanced palate and a chewy finish. Very polished. Drink in 2020, but already beautiful. (7/28/18)"
94 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "Gaja's 2015 Barbaresco is gorgeous. Deep, pliant and resonant, the 2015 exudes class from the very first taste. Today, the aromatics are not especially open or expressive, but it is the wine's depth and overall sense of harmony that really carry the day. Hints of orange peel, spice and rosewater give the 2015 an exotic aromatic top register that is hugely appealing. Readers will have a hard time keeping their hands off this gem. The 2015 is a wonderfully complete and harmonious wine, but it really does need a few years in the cellar to fully unwind. Drinking Window: 2020-2035. (Oct 2018)"
94 points Stephen Brook (Decanter): "Meticulous vineyard work on the 14 parcels that are the source of this blend has given outstanding results. The aromatic nose is packed with generous ripe red fruits, and it's beautifully polished and stylish. The palate is rich, full-bodied and rounded. There's concentration and power, and it's very spicy and assertive, with impressive punch and drive. Truly imposing. Drinking Window: 2021-2035. (5/13/18)"
93 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "The 2015 Barbaresco was to be bottled a week after I tasted this sample for review. Gaia Gaja was waiting for the right moon before commencing bottling. This vintage is not unlike the 2005 growing season that saw a good amount of rain in spring and scorching heat in the summer. The risk of downy mildew made vintners extra vigilant. Although the 2015 vintage was not ideal for color fixing Nebbiolo (indeed, this wine is slightly less intense in terms of its color saturation), it did prove an important year for power, structure and dry extract. This is a full and generous expression with a fine, loose texture and rich fruit flavors. Drink: 2020-2040. (6/29/18)"
95 points Bruce Sanderson (Wine Spectator): "[$210 list] A combination of savory and fruit elements, this red reveals cherry, berry, eucalyptus, menthol, tar and mineral flavors. Firms up, with monolithic tannins locking this tight. Patience is required. Best from 2023 through 2042. 900 cases imported. (3/31/19)"
95 points Falstaff Guide: "Bright ruby. Dense and very vivid nose, rich notes of ripe peach, some rhubarb, then raspberry. Lots of sweet, ripe fruit, of dark cherry and raspberry, opens with strong dense tannins, develops well, with a firm drive on the finish. (8/30/18)"
95 points James Suckling: "A rich and layered Barbaresco with cedar and plums, as well as light leather and rose aromas that follow to a full yet balanced palate and a chewy finish. Very polished. Drink in 2020, but already beautiful. (7/28/18)"
94 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "Gaja's 2015 Barbaresco is gorgeous. Deep, pliant and resonant, the 2015 exudes class from the very first taste. Today, the aromatics are not especially open or expressive, but it is the wine's depth and overall sense of harmony that really carry the day. Hints of orange peel, spice and rosewater give the 2015 an exotic aromatic top register that is hugely appealing. Readers will have a hard time keeping their hands off this gem. The 2015 is a wonderfully complete and harmonious wine, but it really does need a few years in the cellar to fully unwind. Drinking Window: 2020-2035. (Oct 2018)"
94 points Stephen Brook (Decanter): "Meticulous vineyard work on the 14 parcels that are the source of this blend has given outstanding results. The aromatic nose is packed with generous ripe red fruits, and it's beautifully polished and stylish. The palate is rich, full-bodied and rounded. There's concentration and power, and it's very spicy and assertive, with impressive punch and drive. Truly imposing. Drinking Window: 2021-2035. (5/13/18)"
93 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "The 2015 Barbaresco was to be bottled a week after I tasted this sample for review. Gaia Gaja was waiting for the right moon before commencing bottling. This vintage is not unlike the 2005 growing season that saw a good amount of rain in spring and scorching heat in the summer. The risk of downy mildew made vintners extra vigilant. Although the 2015 vintage was not ideal for color fixing Nebbiolo (indeed, this wine is slightly less intense in terms of its color saturation), it did prove an important year for power, structure and dry extract. This is a full and generous expression with a fine, loose texture and rich fruit flavors. Drink: 2020-2040. (6/29/18)"
| Product SKU | 349616 |
| Producer | Gaja |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| SubRegion | Barbaresco DOCG |
| Varietal | Nebbiolo |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
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