1997 Gaja Sperss Langhe, Barolo, Piedmont, Magnum (1.5L) [Slightly Soiled Label]
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RP = Robert ParkerJD = Jeb Dunnuck
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JD100 "Tasted from numerous bottles from opening through the end of the evening, the 1997 Sperss was a showstopper from start to finish. It was showcased alongside the Bruno Giacosa 2000 Barbaresco Riserva Asili. From the era when some Barbera was included in the blend and not categorized as Barolo at that time, it boasts freshness and length, with incredible energy and balance. Notes of black cherry cordial, truffle, gravelly earth, leather, and dried lavender emerge and last long through the finish. The palate retains structure, with plenty of ripe fruit through the mid-palate and finish. It's showing exceptionally well, and while it’s at or nearing its peak, it should have easily another 15 or more years of prime drinking ahead. Drink 2025-2040." AF for JD
RP99 "A virtually perfect effort is the 1997 Sperss (30,000 bottles), which represents the essence of truffles, earth, and black cherries in its striking aromatics and multidimensional, opulent, full-bodied palate. The acidity seems low because of the huge glycerin levels and prodigious concentration of fruit, but I suspect it is normal in the scheme of oenological measurement. This profound wine requires 3-4 years of cellaring, and should age well for 30-35 years." RP Jun 2001
AG97"Admittedly, Gaja’s 1997 Sperss doesn’t quite hit the high notes it so often does. More often than not, the 1997 has been pretty much open for business, but this bottle is more reticent than other recent examples." AG for VM Mar 2014
AG100 "We caught the 1997s from Piedmont at the very summit of their beauty. Gaja's 1997 Sperss is a wine I have enjoyed often over the years, but this bottle was on another level entirely. The stars aligned as the room tasted this spectacular, utterly breathtaking wine. Words alone can't possibly convey the sheer beauty of the 1997 Sperss. Perfect. That's all I can really say." AG for VM Feb 2012
Robert Parker writes, "A genius for sure, Angelo Gaja can not be faulted for what he puts in the bottle. This work of art is worth every cent it will fetch." Published: Jun 22, 2001
RP99 "A virtually perfect effort is the 1997 Sperss (30,000 bottles), which represents the essence of truffles, earth, and black cherries in its striking aromatics and multidimensional, opulent, full-bodied palate. The acidity seems low because of the huge glycerin levels and prodigious concentration of fruit, but I suspect it is normal in the scheme of oenological measurement. This profound wine requires 3-4 years of cellaring, and should age well for 30-35 years." RP Jun 2001
AG97"Admittedly, Gaja’s 1997 Sperss doesn’t quite hit the high notes it so often does. More often than not, the 1997 has been pretty much open for business, but this bottle is more reticent than other recent examples." AG for VM Mar 2014
AG100 "We caught the 1997s from Piedmont at the very summit of their beauty. Gaja's 1997 Sperss is a wine I have enjoyed often over the years, but this bottle was on another level entirely. The stars aligned as the room tasted this spectacular, utterly breathtaking wine. Words alone can't possibly convey the sheer beauty of the 1997 Sperss. Perfect. That's all I can really say." AG for VM Feb 2012
Robert Parker writes, "A genius for sure, Angelo Gaja can not be faulted for what he puts in the bottle. This work of art is worth every cent it will fetch." Published: Jun 22, 2001