97 points James Suckling: "Wow. Such depth in the nose of strawberries, flowers and hints of raw meat. Crushed stones, too. Full body, fine and dusty tannins and a long and flavorful finish. Shows structure and finesse. Drink in 2020. (9/24/18)"
96 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2015 Barbaresco Costa Russi is once again striking in 2015. Vertical and lifted, with tremendous energy, the 2015 has so much to offer. Once the most easygoing of the three Barbaresco crus, Costa Russi has inched up in quality in recent years. The 2015 shows the suave mid-palate and raciness that is so typical of this wine, and yet it also has much more obvious structural underpinnings than once was the case. I can't wait to see how it ages. Drink: 2022-2045. (Oct 2018)"
96 points Stephen Brook (Decanter): "Another great and structured vintage with amazing ageing potential. It's perhaps a touch less complex on the nose than the 1989, but it nonetheless exhibits sweet leather and tobacco aromas as well as vibrant dried fruits. The attack is fresh and limpid, with firm tannins that support the structure, and there's sufficient acidity to refresh the palate. Highly concentrated, poised and very long. Drinking Window: 2018-2030. (May 2018)"
95 points Wine Spectator: "Earthy base notes are the hallmarks of this rich, muscular red. Plum, cherry, spice, tobacco and mineral flavors mingle, and the refined tannins provide lift on the long aftertaste. Best from 2023 through 2042. 165 cases imported. (3/31/19)"
Product SKU | 333957 |
Producer | Gaja |
Country | Italy |
Region | Piedmont |
SubRegion | Barbaresco DOCG |
Varietal | Nebbiolo |
Vintage | 2015 |
Size | 750ml |
Color | Red |
ABV | 14.5% |
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