The 2011 Angelo Gaja Costa Russi is an extraordinary single-vineyard wine from the legendary Gaja estate in Barbaresco, Piedmont. Sourced from the amphitheatre-shaped Costa Russi cru below Roncagliette, this bottling exemplifies Angelo Gaja’s pursuit of perfection and site expression.

In the glass, the 2011 Costa Russi displays a deep, luminous ruby-garnet hue that hints at its concentration and ripeness.

The bouquet is seductive and multi-layered, offering aromas of wild blackberry, black cherry, and plum interwoven with violet, liquorice, tobacco leaf, and a touch of cedarwood, underpinned by a cool calcareous mineral note.

On the palate, the 2011 Costa Russi shines with remarkable finesse and poise. Intense dark berry fruit is framed by silky, finely polished tannins, achieving a seamless equilibrium between generous vintage warmth, vibrant acidity, and savoury depth.

The finish is long, resonant, and mineral-laced, leaving lingering impressions of dark fruit, floral spice, and crushed stone. With its harmonious structure and depth, the 2011 Costa Russi offers both immediate allure and decades of cellaring potential for discerning collectors.