🏰 The 2021 vintage in Barbaresco is highly praised, with wines showing depth, structure, and finesse, suitable for long aging. Gaja's 2021 Barbaresco Costa Russi is described as a jeweled ruby color, bright with fresh herbs, mint, cherries, thyme, and freshly dried earth. It offers good volume and ripe structure on the palate, with a long, cooling finish and a note of fresh lavender. Critics highlight its aromatic complexity, featuring nutmeg, white pepper, matchstick, flint, bramble berries, blackberries, and iodine. It's noted for its plush contours, macerated dark cherry, spice, leather, licorice, and dried flowers, all beautifully amplified. 【 98 points Jeb Dunnuck & Kerin O'Keefe 】. 🍴 This elegant Barbaresco pairs wonderfully with rich, savory dishes. Think roasted lamb with rosemary, truffle pasta, or a classic beef tenderloin. For an Eastern touch, consider Peking duck or a hearty mushroom hotpot. 🥂 An absolute stunner for a significant milestone celebration, a romantic dinner, or as a centerpiece for a serious wine tasting. It's a wine that demands attention and promises to evolve beautifully over time.