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Robert Parker Wine Advocate:

This was an epic vintage, and the entire Gaja family is ready to sing its praises. The 2021 Barbaresco sets the tone with sweet cherry flavors framed by spice, earthy notes and elegantly sweet tannins. Giovanni Gaja says the 2021 growing season had two phases: the first six months of the year saw rain and cool temperatures with some frost and soggy conditions until May; however, from June forward, the season saw sunny days without excessive heat spikes. Indeed, 2021 marks the beginning of drought years that lasted until 2023. Barbaresco was hit by hail on July 31, 2021, but the Gaja vineyards were unharmed. In line with the character of the vintage, this wine shows succulent fruit that is balanced and not too ripe. There is depth and volume here. Drink Date 2027-2050. Rating 96/100. -Monica Larner-

Vinous:

The 2021 Barbaresco is a powerful, layered wine from Gaja. In some recent years, the Barbaresco has been pretty approachable out of the gate, but the 2021 is a deep, serious wine with a lot of potential for future development. Pretty floral and spice notes linger on the finish. I admire its vibrant, dynamic personality. Drink Date 2027-2041. Rating 94/100. -Antonio Galloni-

James Suckling:

The aromas of licorice, minerals, light tar and dark berries such as raspberry are so attractive. It’s medium-bodied with a tight and integrated palate of fine tannins that are seamless and unseen. It’s long and lively. It needs two to four years to open up. Try after 2027. Rating 95/100. -JamesSuckling.com, James Suckling, Senior Editor-

falstaff.com

Leuchtendes Rubin mit feinem Granatschimmer. Sehr präzise Nase, eröffnet mit Noten nach frischen Zwetschken und Himbeere, dazu etwas Zimt. Saftig und salzig am Gaumen, griffiges, herzhaftes Tannin, zeigt gute Tiefe, im Finale fester Druck. Bewertung 95/100. -falstaff.com, Othmar Kiem & Simon Staffler-

WineEnthusiast.com:

A pure embodiment of Nebbiolo's elegance, opening with enticing aromas of ripe red berries, violet petals, and earthy undertones. The palate leaps forward with flavors of juicy cherries, plums, and a touch of spice. A chalky minerality sits at the core, with fine-grained tannins that create a structure perfectly balanced, each part of the wine is precise and effortlessly flows into the next. A wine to explore today but let it rest in the cellar for decades to come. Drink Now 2045. Rating 95/100. -WineEnthusiast.com-