2009 Sauvignon Alteni di Brassica
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The 2009 Alteni di Brassica comes across as quite rich and textured in this vintage. White peaches, melon, flowers and sage are some of the notes that emerge in the glass, while typical varietal Sauvignon notes are more in the background.
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The 2009 Alteni di Brassica comes across as rich and textured in this vintage. White peaches, melon, flowers and sage are some of the aromas and flavors that emerge in the glass, while typical varietal Sauvignon notes are more in the background. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2017. Getting to the top in any field is hard. Staying at the top is even harder. For all of the praise Angelo Gaja and his family have received over the years, they have earned and deserve every bit of it. These new releases, the 2008 reds from Barolo in particular, are insanely beautiful. Importer: Terlato Wines International, Lake Bluff, IL; tel. (847) 604 8900
Palish bright yellow. Ripe, fresh aromas of pineapple and white flowers. Supple and juicy, with pineapple and lemon flavors nicely framed by healthy acidity. Leads with its fruit. Finishes with good length and a touch of alcoholic warmth.
About the producer
Gaja has been at the forefront of the Piedmont wine scene for many years and is Barbaresco’s most decorated producer. The winery has received a record number of Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri awards – the highest accolade from Italy’s leading wine publication.