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PIEDMONT
The Italian word "Piedmont" means at the foot of the mountains, and indeed the whole region is dominated by the Alps to the north and the west. Piedmont is home to the largest area of vines which produce DOC and DOCG wines, and the region boasts over 40 denominations. The most well known wines from Piedmont include Barolo and Barbaresco, made from the Nebbiolo grape, and Asti Spumante, made from the Moscato grape. Nebbiolo is the undisputed king of the grape varieties in Piedmont but you should not ignore the lovely reds from the indigenous Dolcetto or Barbera, nor indeed...
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2005 Barbaresco, Gaja Piedmont
Bottle 75cl £182.60
Bottle 75cl £160.00
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Elegant and perfumed with lovely vibrant fruit, the 2014 has an energetic bouquet with crunchy cherry fruits. On the palate refreshing red berry flavours balance darker and sweeter herb characters which emerge from the glass while fine tannins provide length and definition. A classically structured wine with succulent flavours, it will be delicious from release but will also age well. Drink...
more2014 Barbaresco, Gaja Piedmont
Bottle 75cl £160.00
Bottle 75cl £160.00
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On the nose, the sweet, lifted fragrance of roses slowly unfurls. Behind come the red fruits- pomegranate, red cherry and red currant. There is a crunchiness to the fruit on the attack but then the wine begins to flow smoothly across the palate, showing ripe and finely grained tannins without any austerity. The grip and bite of a classic Nebbiolo...
more2013 Barbaresco, Gaja Piedmont
Bottle 75cl £160.00
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Alternate bottle formats available on request. Please contact clients@armitwines.co.uk for more information.Elegant and perfumed with pure fruit characters, the 2015 has an intense bouquet with crunchy cherry aromas mingled with scents of rose petals, sweet herbs and delicate spices. On the palate, succulent red cherry and smooth blueberry and plum flavours are balanced by silky tannins. A beautifully structured wine...
more2015 Barbaresco, Gaja Piedmont
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Case 6 x 75cl £1,200.00
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Delicate and refined with lovely pure fruit and great length, the bouquet opens with notes of delicate cherries and a hint of crushed raspberries and rose petals. The palate is elegant and appealing with succulent red berry fruits balanced by a vibrant freshness and refined, silky tannins. Hints of sweet herbs and a delicate balsamic note on the finish add...
more2013 Conteisa, Gaja Piedmont
Bottle 75cl £200.00
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2014 Conteisa, Gaja Piedmont
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The 2007 is an extraordinary wine with intense aromas of ripe, dark fruit and exotic spices. On the palate, there are multiple-layers of sweet, red berry fruit and notes of dried apricots, wild flowers and minerals. The tannins are elegant and smooth. This is a very serious wine indeed and it has the potential to age for 30 or more...
more2007 Barbaresco Sorì Tildìn, Gaja Piedmont
Bottle 75cl £292.60
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2007 Barbaresco Costa Russi, Gaja Piedmont
Bottle 75cl £277.60
Case 6 x 75cl £1,260.00
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The Sperss is richer and deeper than the Conteisa with a slightly firmer character. An expansive bouquet of dark cherry fruits with notes of exotic spice, fresh pepper and sweet herbs leads to a succulent palate with velvety tannins and vibrant red berry flavours. A wine which displays both the power and intensity of the Serralunga vineyard with the finesse...
more2013 Sperss, Gaja Piedmont
Bottle 75cl £210.00
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If you are interested in purchasing Gaja Conteisa, please contact our Private Clients team at clients@armitwines.co.uk.This is a beautifully harmonious wine which combines concentration with finesse, and the elegance of the 2014 vintage with the intensity characteristic of the Serralunga vineyard. An expansive bouquet of bright red cherries mingles with savoury spices and sweet herbs which leads to a succulent...
more2014 Sperss, Gaja Piedmont
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Case of 6 x 75cl £1,515.60
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Among all the Gaja single vineyards, Costa Russi is the most captivating and elegant with an appealing, velvety structure from a young age, but it also has excellent ageing potential. The 2008 Costa Russi is a dramatic combination of elegance and power. Rich aromas of ripe dark cherry, purple plum, crisp red fruit, sweet spice and marjoram are underpinned with...
more2008 Barbaresco Costa Russi, Gaja Piedmont
Bottle 75cl £252.60
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2006 Barbaresco Costa Russi, Gaja Piedmont
Bottle 75cl £237.60
the best examples of international varieties and of course the wonderful local whites, most particular the resurgent Arneis. We are honoured to represent two maestros of Piedmont - Angelo Gaja and Bruno Giacosa.