1996 Gaja Darmagi Langhe

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Score 94/100 · Drink 2016-2026, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Oct 2017

Gaja's 1996 Darmagi is terrific. In fact, the 1996 is one of the best vintages of Darmagi I can remember tasting. Varietally expressive, with tons of Cabernet Sauvignon character, the 1996 makes a very strong case for itself, something that isn't always true. A host of mocha, plum, lavender and spice notes flesh out in this super-expressive, intense Cabernet Sauvignon. The 1996 is simply striking in every way.

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91
90-91/100

Robert Parker

91
90-91/100

Robert Parker

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90 - 91 points
Robert Parker
Score 90-91/100 · Drink 2008-2025, Robert Parker, Aug 1999

The outstanding 1996 Darmaggi Cabernet Sauvignon is a structured, dense, black/purple-colored wine with excellent cassis fruit, and an unevolved, but promising personality. There are copious quantities of tannin, a massive mid-palate, and a sweet, long finish. However, it will require considerable patience. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2025. Importer: Vinifera Imports, Ronkonkoma, NY; tel. (516) 467-5907

90 - 91 points
Robert Parker
Score 90-91/100 · Robert Parker

The outstanding 1996 Darmaggi Cabernet Sauvignon is a structured, dense, black/purple-colored wine with excellent cassis fruit, and an unevolved, but promising personality. There are copious quantities of tannin, a massive mid-palate, and a sweet, long finish. However, it will require considerable patience. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2025. Aug 1999, www.robertparker.com

About the producer

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Gaja

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.

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Red

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Dry

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