1982 Gaja Barbaresco. First of two reds at Il Piccolino lunch w K and group pre-Mattel party. Brick-coloured, earthy, and tarry. Lots of acid and great with food. Interesting to drink this alongside the 1997 Gaja Sperss, which, though younger, was less acidic and smoother to drink without food. — 11 years ago
Closing 2014 @ Il piccolino Tangy dry citrus and minerals — 11 years ago
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1997 Gaja Sperss Nebbiolo. Second of two reds at Il Piccolino lunch w K and group pre-Mattel party. Brighter and more fruit than the 1982 Gaja Barbaresco. Very pleasant to drink. Nuanced, not too fruity; balanced with earthy mineral notes. — 11 years ago