{"product_id":"gaja-barolo-dagromis-2019","title":"Gaja Barolo Dagromis 2019","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Gaja is one of Italy’s most prestigious and influential wineries, founded in 1859 by Giovanni Gaja in Barbaresco, Piedmont. Originally established to produce expressive Nebbiolo wines, the estate became a pioneer in modern Italian viniculture under Angelo Gaja in the 1970s and 1980s, who introduced innovative techniques such as barrique ageing and elevated single-vineyard bottlings. Today the winery remains family-run and revered, with vineyards across Barbaresco and Barolo that consistently produce benchmark wines combining tradition and precision. Gaja continues to shape the global reputation of Italian fine wine with meticulous vineyard management and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Wine Maker:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The Gaja estate enlists generations of family expertise, led historically by Angelo Gaja and now involving his descendants, who uphold a philosophy of quality over quantity. Their winemaking teams emphasize hand-harvesting, careful fermentation, and extended ageing to draw out the expressive potential of Nebbiolo. Each vineyard parcel is managed to reflect its unique character, and in wines like Dagromis, grapes are fermented and matured separately before blending to capture complexity. This disciplined production creates wines with both structure and finesse, true to Piedmont’s terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Grapes for Barolo Dagromis are sourced from historic vineyard sites in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLa Morra and Serralunga d’Alba\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e within the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBarolo DOCG\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. These sites benefit from varying exposures, elevations, and soils that include marl and limestone, which contribute to aromatic complexity and structural depth in the wine. The cool continental climate of Piedmont, with warm summers and cool nights, helps retain acidity while promoting full phenolic ripeness in Nebbiolo, resulting in wines with vibrant fruit, defined tannins and long ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This 2019 Barolo is made from \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e100% Nebbiolo\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, with grapes from each vineyard parcel fermented and macerated separately to preserve distinct nuances. After primary fermentation, the wines undergo ageing for \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e12 months in oak barriques\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, followed by \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e18 months in large oak casks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e after blending. The traditional method emphasizes slow oxygen exchange and textural refinement, building a firm tannic backbone and layered complexity. Bottle ageing prior to release further integrates flavours and smooths structural elements.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e In the glass, the wine displays a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003edeep garnet colour with violet highlights\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, characteristic of quality Nebbiolo. The bouquet reveals \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003earomas of violet, rose petal, sour cherry, plum, sweet licorice and spice\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, complemented by herbal and balsamic nuances. On the palate, it delivers a balance of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ejuicy red fruit, savoury entry, refined tannins and bright acidity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, with herbal complexity and mineral undertones. The finish is \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003elong, structured and persistent\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, showcasing the wine’s depth and poised elegance.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This Barolo pairs beautifully with rich and robust dishes. Ideal companions include \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ebraised beef, roasted game, grilled lamb, hearty pasta with meat sauce, aged cheeses and mushroom risottos\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Its firm tannins and acidity stand up to intense flavours and rich textures, while its complexity complements nuanced sauces and slow-cooked dishes.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Serve at \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e18–20 °C (64–68 °F)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e after decanting for \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eat least 90–120 minutes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e to allow the wine’s aromatics and structure to open fully. Use a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003elarge Bordeaux or Nebbiolo glass\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e to focus the aromatic profile and enable the wine’s refined layers of fruit and spice to develop in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e With its firm tannic structure and balanced acidity, the 2019 vintage has \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eexcellent ageing potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, capable of evolving gracefully over \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e10–20+ years\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e under proper cellar conditions. Over time, tertiary notes of leather, truffle and dried herbs can emerge, adding depth to its profile.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; Percentage Used:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e 100% Nebbiolo.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e Approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e14.0%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chelsea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922259362006,"sku":null,"price":735.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/GajaBaroloDagromis.png?v=1773667740","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/gaja-barolo-dagromis-2019","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}