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SKU 1010182
$1,168.74/case
$194.79/bottle
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On the market now, the 2022 Langhe Alteni di Brassica is the wine that best symbolizes the Gaja’s dedication to exploring the potential of white wines from Piedmont. Indeed, the family has now completed its impressive new winery dedicated to whites in Alta Langa. This Sauvignon Blanc tends to show raw fruit aromas of citrus and passion fruit in its younger years. It leans into aromas of orchard fruit and tends to put on more volume and textural richness with bottle age. The 2022 vintage was a hot year, and the drought conditions that characterize the period between 2020 to 2023 left their mark. “We are surprised, because although we did expect concentration from 2022, we did not expect this freshness,” says Giovanni Gaja. This wine plays its textural card very nicely and closes with citrusy flavors. One-third of the blend comes from Alta Langa, and that extra acidic zest comes from this new site.
The green skinned grapes of the Sauvignon Blanc varietal had their origins in Southern France, where they are still widely grown and used for many of the excellent young and aged white wines the region is famous for. Today, however, they are grown in almost every wine producing country in the world, and are widely revered for their fresh and grassy flavors, full of tropical notes and refreshing, zesty character. Sauvignon Blanc grapes thrive best in moderate climates, and ripen relatively early in the year. This has made them a favorite for many wineries in the New World, where they can still produce healthy and high yields in the earlier part of the summer before the temperatures become too hot. Too much heat has a massively adverse effect on Sauvignon Blanc, as the grapes become dull in their flavor, and the wine produced from them loses all its unique character and high points. As such, Sauvignon Blanc farmers have had a lot of trouble from global warming and climate change, as they are being forced to harvest their crops increasingly earlier in the year when it is cool enough to do so.
Country
Italy
There are few countries in the world with a viticultural history as long or as illustrious as that claimed by Italy. Grapes were first being grown and cultivated on Italian soil several thousand years ago by the Greeks and the Pheonicians, who named Italy 'Oenotria' – the land of wines – so impressed were they with the climate and the suitability of the soil for wine production. Of course, it was the rise of the Roman Empire which had the most lasting influence on wine production in Italy, and their influence can still be felt today, as much of the riches of the empire came about through their enthusiasm for producing wines and exporting it to neighbouring countries. Since those times, a vast amount of Italian land has remained primarily for vine cultivation, and thousands of wineries can be found throughout the entire length and breadth of this beautiful country, drenched in Mediterranean sunshine and benefiting from the excellent fertile soils found there. Italy remains very much a 'land of wines', and one could not imagine this country, its landscape and culture, without it.
Region
Piedmont
Situated in the north-western part of Italy, the region of Piedmont is known worldwide and is highly respected for the quality of the wines produced there. Many of the most successful sub-regions in Piedmont produce many of the world's finest red wines, such as those made from the excellent Nebbiolo grape varietal in areas such as Barolo and Barbaresco. However, the historic wineries which typify this region use a relatively wide variety of grapes, including Dolcetto and Barbera for their red wines, which are typically aged and have a delightful velvety character. Piedmont isn't all about beautifully complex red wines, though, as it is also famed for high quality, elegant sparkling wines, notably the Asti wines made with the white Moscato grape. The region benefits from a range of terroirs which are often well expressed in the sparkling wines, and a wonderfully consistent climate ideal for vineyard cultivation.
Appellation
Langhe
Langhe, nestled in the Piedmont region of Italy, is a renowned wine appellation celebrated for its diverse and exceptional wines. Home to iconic wines like Barolo and Barbaresco, Langhe’s unique terroir imparts distinct characteristics to the Nebbiolo grape, the region's shining star. The hilly landscape, coupled with calcareous soils, creates wines known for their finesse, structure, and aging potential. Beyond Nebbiolo, Langhe embraces a variety of grape varieties, including Barbera and Dolcetto, offering a spectrum of flavors and styles. The meticulous craftsmanship and dedication to tradition make Langhe a captivating destination for wine enthusiasts, providing a rich tapestry of Italian winemaking heritage and the expressive beauty of its diverse vineyards.
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On the market now, the 2022 Langhe Alteni di Brassica is the wine that best symbolizes the Gaja's dedication to exploring the potential of white wines from Piedmont. Indeed, the family has now completed its impressive new winery dedicated to whites in Alta Langa. This Sauvignon Blanc tends to show raw fruit aromas of citrus and passion fruit in its younger years. It leans into aromas of orchard fruit and tends to put on more volume and textural richness with bottle age. The 2022 vintage was a hot year, and the drought conditions that characterize the period between 2020 to 2023 left their mark. "We are surprised, because although we did expect concentration from 2022, we did not expect this freshness," says Giovanni Gaja. This wine plays its textural card very nicely and closes with citrusy flavors. One-third of the blend comes from Alta Langa, and that extra acidic zest comes from this new site.
Good deep red. Knockout, almost liqueur-like nose combines plum, redcurrant, red licorice, marzipan, menthol, tobacco and loamy earth. Large-scaled, broad…
