Description
The 2004 Gaja Sorì Tildìn is a distinguished Barbaresco from the esteemed Gaja winery in Piedmont, Italy. Crafted exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes, this wine exemplifies the harmonious blend of traditional winemaking techniques and modern innovation that Gaja is renowned for. The 2004 vintage, marked by favorable weather conditions, allowed for a late harvest, resulting in wines of exceptional clarity and precision.
On the nose, the 2004 Sorì Tildìn presents a complex bouquet of tar, smoke, roses, violets, and sweet toasted oak, creating a counterpoint of sublime elegance and purity. The palate is rich and full-bodied, with notes of ripe black cherries, tobacco, tar, and cake spice. The structure is beginning to soften, showcasing elegant, silky tannins that lead to a long, slightly dry, and complex finish. This wine possesses superb length and balance, reflecting both power and finesse.
Critics have lauded the 2004 Sorì Tildìn for its outstanding quality. Antonio Galloni of The Wine Advocate awarded it 97 points, describing it as "irresistibly sexy and opulent," with a "round, supple personality" and "generous, vibrant fruit." Wine Spectator's James Suckling also rated it 95 points, noting its "complex, fresh aromas" and "full-bodied, chewy" character, with a "long, long finish." These accolades underscore the wine's exceptional structure and depth, marking it as one of the vintage's legendary offerings.