Gaja, Pieve Santa Restituta, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Italy, 2019

Overview of the Wine
In 2015, Angelo Gaja and Alberto Graci met for the first time. As the Gaja’s got to better know Alberto and his family over time, Angelo’s deep curiosity for their culture and land kept growing, and the desire of working together came naturally. Toward the end of 2016, based on the mutual respect and love of the artisanal approach in winemaking, Gaja and Graci decided to form a joint venture, a first for both of their families.

“Idda” (ee-duh) means “she” in the Sicilian dialect, which is a term of endearment and expression of awe with which Sicilians refer to Mt. Etna. For the people of Sicily, Etna is more than a mountain; it is a breathing being with her own identity and personality, a quick-tempered, capricious, yet maternal and protective mother on whom they depend on each day. In honor of Etna, IDDA is the name of our new adventure. A joint venture involving two families: Gaja and Graci (Gra-chi), that began in 2016, founded to explore the southern slope of Etna. Together searching for vineyards that express elegance and complexity driven by the specific site, soil & sunlight- that is unique to this land. IDDA is pure energy.

Winemaker
Gaia Gaja (succeeding Angelo Gaja)

Grape / Blend
Sangiovese

Origin
Brunello di Montalcino, Italy

Winemaker's Tasting Notes
Gaja's 2019 Brunello is one of the beauties of this classic and legendary vintage!

The 2019 Gaja Brunello is already full of life.  Fresh red cherries, raspberries, and herbal notes accompany tea, coffee bean, and hints of eucalyptus.  The entrance is bright and uplifting with sweet, pure fruit. The tannins are velvety and already beautifully integrated.  A harmonious wine, it is immediately impressive with balance and structure to enjoy over the next five to seven years.  

97 Points - Jeb Dunnuck
A bright magenta/ruby color, the 2019 Brunello Di Montalcino is floral and expressive with aromas of wild roses, raspberry liqueur, blood orange, and fresh pine. Medium-bodied, it’s graceful throughout, with refined tannins, even, mouthwatering acidity, and a salty finish. It keeps you coming back for more and is going to benefit from at least another year in bottle. Drink 2025-2040.

Product size: 750ml