Gemma Barbaresco 2018

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Gemma Barbaresco 2018
Region
Piedmont
Appellation
Barbaresco
Winemaker
Giorgio Barbero
Alcohol
14.5%

Taste profile

LightBold
SavoryFruity
SmoothTannic
SoftAcidic

Body: Good structure, vivid texture, medium-bodied

Aromas & flavors: Raspberry, cherry, violet, leather, anise, spice

Tannins & finish: Firm acidity, lingering fresh finish, minerals

Pairings: Beef, lamb, pasta with meat sauce, roasted venison, aged cheeses, truffle risotto

Tasting notes are for this exact bottle of wine (including vintage).

Sources: cellartracker.com, vivino.com, jebdunnuck.com, winespectator.com, decanter.com

Tasting Panel94 pts

Gemma was founded in Serralunga d’Alba in 1978 by Silvano Piacentini, who also owns 64 acres in the Langhe. Elegant red cherry, spiced plum, tobacco, and cedarwood see a hint of white pepper. Medium-bodied and too easy to drink, with velvety tannins and a pop of licorice.

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Price comparison

Per bottle
SourcePrice
Last Bottle Price$26
Listed Retail$60
Best Web Price (according to Last Bottle)$60
Avg Price (Wine-Searcher)
$21
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Vintage Quality

Vintage Chart

Wine Spectator · Piedmont Barolo & Barbaresco
93
2018 VintageExcellent
Drink or Hold

A cooler growing season yielded fresh, elegant Barolos, open-knit with vibrant acidity, light tannins and expressive fruit and floral flavors for earlier drinking

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Avoid
2002
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