Gaja Barbaresco 2016 RFLASH George Spirits

George Spirits

300 feet above Anderson Valley's fog layer

all crunchy red fruit and zippy energy

The year Rioja earned its official DO status—winemakers like Franco-Españolas proved Spanish wines could rival European greats

and orange zest

Gaja Barbaresco 2016 RFLASH George SpiritsFew names carry the weight of Gaja, and Barbaresco is where the legend started. Angelo Gaja transformed Piedmont's reputation from the 1960s on, raising quality and ambition until Barbaresco stood shoulder to shoulder with the world's greatest reds. This is the estate's flagship blend, drawn from prized vineyards across the Barbaresco zone and built from 100% Nebbiolo. The 2016 vintage is widely considered one of Piedmont's all time greats a near