{"product_id":"gaja-costa-russi-barbaresco-1996-piedmont-italy","title":"Gaja – Costa Russi Barbaresco 1996 – Piedmont Italy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\nGaja Costa Russi Barbaresco 1996 is one of the most celebrated single-vineyard Nebbiolo wines in Italy. Sourced from the historic Costa Russi vineyard in Barbaresco, this wine combines depth, elegance, and remarkable complexity, reflecting the precision and vision that have made Gaja a benchmark producer in Piedmont.\n\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🍷 At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eGrape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Predominantly Nebbiolo\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barbaresco, Piedmont, Italy\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1996\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oak-aged before extended bottle maturation\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied, age-worthy dry red wine\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👃 Tasting Notes \u0026amp; Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried cherry, red currant, wild strawberry\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eSavory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rose petal, tobacco, truffle, licorice, sweet spice\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eStructure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refined tannins, vibrant acidity, exceptionally long finish\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe 1996 Costa Russi opens with beautifully evolved aromas of dried flowers, mature red fruit, spice, tobacco, and earthy complexity. The palate balances richness and finesse, revealing layers of tertiary character alongside the freshness and structure that define great Nebbiolo. Long, nuanced, and remarkably expressive, it showcases the extraordinary aging potential of this iconic vineyard.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e❤️ Why We Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n• One of Gaja’s flagship single-vineyard Barbarescos\u003cbr\u003e\n• A benchmark expression of world-class Nebbiolo from Barbaresco\u003cbr\u003e\n• Combines elegance, complexity, and exceptional longevity\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n• Tajarin with white truffle or mushroom ragù\u003cbr\u003e\n• Braised veal, roasted duck, or wild game\u003cbr\u003e\n• Aged Parmigiano Reggiano and hard alpine cheeses\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👤 Who This Wine Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n✓ Collectors seeking mature, cellar-worthy Nebbiolo\u003cbr\u003e\n✓ Drinkers who appreciate tertiary complexity and elegance\u003cbr\u003e\n✕ Not ideal for those seeking youthful, fruit-forward reds\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaja","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":47844834770996,"sku":null,"price":630.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/1739\/2436\/files\/gaja-costa-russi-barbaresco-italy.png?v=1774041623","url":"https:\/\/www.inbodega.com\/products\/gaja-costa-russi-barbaresco-1996-piedmont-italy","provider":"InBodega","version":"1.0","type":"link"}