Gaja Sito Moresco Langhe DOP 2021

About Gaja

Gaja is an icon of Piedmont, Italy, famed for wines that combine great technical mastery with a profound expression of the local terroir. Founded in 1859, Gaja has been at the forefront of innovation in viticulture and winemaking, producing wines that are regularly ranked among the finest in Italy.

About the Sito Moresco Langhe DOP Cuvée

Gaja's Sito Moresco Langhe DOP is an elegant red wine that combines Nebbiolo, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon to create a unique blend. This cuvée is known for its approachable style and its ability to express the diversity of its grape varieties within the context of the Langhe terroir. Carefully vinified, Sito Moresco is aged in barriques to balance its flavours and add a touch of complexity.

Aromas of the Cuvée

This wine is characterised by a lively bouquet of red and black fruit such as cherry, blackberry and blackcurrant, complemented by notes of vanilla and soft wood from barrel ageing. Touches of tobacco and sweet spice add to its aromatic complexity.

Characteristics of the Cuvée

• Grape varieties: Nebbiolo, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
• Profile: On the palate, Sito Moresco shows a medium-bodied structure with silky tannins and well-integrated acidity, leading to a clean, lingering finish. The marriage of grape varieties brings lovely roundness and ripe fruit that is both complex and immediately enjoyable.
• Ageing potential: Although delicious young, this wine also has good ageing potential and can develop and soften in the cellar over several years.

Food Pairings

Perfect with a wide range of cuisines, Sito Moresco Langhe DOP pairs particularly well with red meat dishes, pasta in rich sauces or moderately spicy dishes. It is also excellent with medium-aged cheeses.

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