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Overall, there is a profound sense of purity and intensity - vibrant fruit supported by super ripe acidity, with haunting minerality and a ripe tannic frame. Seductive aromatics of cassis, violets and dried, almost sweet herbs lead to a palate brimming with ripe, dark, intense fruit. The sheer density of this majestic wine is deftly balanced with a core of...

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A quiet brooding nose opens out slowly to reveal ripe red fruits, a little spice and perfume. There is lots of detail and precision here and a carefully controlled expression rather than a rush to please. On the palate, the refined approach continues but with impressive underlying power and drivem, moving the wine forward with quiet confidence. This is not...

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TASTING NOTES

Stunning nose of dark ripe fruits with layers of spice and violets. Harmonious and balanced on the palate, layers of rich dark fruit reveal complex notes of spice and smoke. Sensuous silky tannins and a linear mineral backbone. Seriously impressive with superb length.

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TASTING NOTES

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TASTING NOTES

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TASTING NOTES

Of the Gaja Crus Sorì Tildìn is often the most rounded and supple. Richly textured with dark fruit and lifted mineral character. In 2003 the warmth of the year has made for a beautifully rounded and expressive style. Again, drink now and over the next 10 years

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Floral, extravagantly perfumed and sensual. This is a textured, sumptuously fruity Costa Russi with a backbone of acidity and minerality which frames and elevates the layered and complex fragrance and silky texture. Extremely evocative, engaging and enticing this really highlights the delicacy of Barbaresco yet still has the grunt, power and sophistication of a Gaja wine. Brilliant.