Sito Moresco Langhe Rosso DOC

Gaja

Pronunciation
SEE-toh more-ESS-koh
Year
2009
Type
Red
Winery
Gaja
Region
Piemonte
Oenologist
Guido Rivella and Angelo Gaja

Overview

Angelo Gaja is known for producing elegant, opulent wines that are true to their origins. He is a pioneer in the production of single-vineyard wines in Piedmont. The quality of his wines is such that they have been described by Wine Spectator, a leading consumer wine publication, as "perhaps the finest Italian wines ever made." Several estate-owned vineyards provide the grapes for Sito Moresco, among which is the twenty-five-acre Sito Moresco vineyard in Barbaresco. The name means "Moresco's site" and refers to the former owner of this vineyard Sito Moresco combines complexity and longevity with refinement and accessibility.

Wine Notes

Grape Variety
Nebbiolo 35%, Merlot 35%, Cabernet Sauvignon 30%
Vinification
Fermented separately on the skins in stainless steel tanks, for two weeks at 77º-82ºF. The three varieties are then combined.
Aging
18 months in barriques, then at least 6 months of bottle aging.
Alcohol
13.5%
| Appearance
Ruby.
| Aroma
Pure nose with aromas of small fruits.
| Taste
Very elegant and balanced body. The finish is fresh, with fine tannins.
| Serving Suggestions
Grilled Alberta Beef, Buffalo or Bison. Veal, Roasted Chicken – Pasta with mushrooms – Pasta with gound meats – Pasta Tomato Sauce - Stewed Meats.

Sito Moresco Langhe Rosso DOC

Suggested Retail:
$57.50
CSPC#:
706120
Available Sizes:
750ml
Bottles Per Case:
6