Parker about Costa Russi LANGHE Gaia 2011
The 2011 Costa Russi delivers youthfulness and brightness with bold cherry fruit flavors, cassis, spice and mild cola. The wine excels in the mouth where it shows a great degree of roundness and suppleness. Costa Russi is Nebbiolo with a tiny addition of Barbera.
Description
Land | Italy |
Region | Piedmont |
Rebsorten | Nebbiolo 100% |
Alkoholgehalt | 14.50% |
Füllstand | high fill |
Verschlußart | cork stopper |
Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
Farbe | Red |
Inverkehrbringer | Angelo Gaja, Via Torino 5 - 12050 Barbaresco Italia |
Charakter | Dry |
Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
Trinkempfehlung | 2018 - 2038 |
Parker Punkte | 94 |
Jahrgang | 2011 |
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Costa Russi LANGHE Gaia 2011

The color of the 2011 Costa Russi Langhe is a deep, impenetrable ruby red. The intense color indicates the wine's concentration and maturity, promising exceptional depth and complexity.
The bouquet of the Costa Russi Langhe 2011 is fascinating and complex. It unfolds a wide range of aromas, including dark forest fruits such as blackberries and black cherries, accompanied by notes of spices, tobacco, and a hint of cedar wood. A subtle mineral note adds additional depth and elegance.
On the palate, the 2011 Costa Russi Langhe displays exceptional finesse and harmony. The fruit aromas unfold with remarkable intensity and are framed by silky tannins. The wine demonstrates a perfect balance between ripe fruit, fresh acidity, and smooth tannins.
The finish of the 2011 Costa Russi Langhe is long and persistent. The aromas of dark fruits and spices linger on the palate, evolving into an elegant mineral note. The wine displays remarkable structure and precision, underscoring its quality and potential for positive development over the years.
Angelo Gaja Costa Russi Langhe 2011 is a wine of exceptional quality and refinement. With its complexity, deep structure, and ageing potential, it is a true delight for wine lovers seeking a unique and unforgettable experience.
Angelo Gaja
Information about the winemaker:
The family winery is now one of the best known in Italy and can look back on a centuries-old history. The success story of owner Angelo Gaja began in the 17th century when the family emigrated from Spain to Italy. In 1859, a member of the family, a grape producer in Barbaresco, laid the foundation for the current company by opening a tavern, which also served their own wines. The wines were already so popular at the end of the 19th century that they were supplied to the Italian army, among others. Already in the second generation of the family, an unusually high value was placed on quality, with the aim of retaining a predominantly upscale clientele.
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