Sori del Turco Dolcetto
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Typically best enjoyed within 2 to 5 years from the vintage release to fully appreciate its vibrant fruit profile and fresh acidity.
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Pairs beautifully with classic Piedmontese tajarin pasta with meat ragù, roasted pork loin, or semi-cured Italian cheeses such as Toma or Fontina.
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Hailing from the prestigious house of Gaja, the Sori del Turco is a historic expression of Dolcetto d'Alba, showcasing how Angelo Gaja applied his meticulous standards to Piedmont's traditional everyday grape. The name 'Sori' refers to the coveted, sun-drenched southern-facing slopes of the region, while 'del Turco' points to the specific vineyard in Treiso. Traditionally, Dolcetto was the wine Piedmontese winemakers drank while waiting for their Nebbiolo to age. Gaja elevated this humble variety by sourcing from this exceptional site, utilizing short skin contact and stainless steel fermentation to preserve the grape's intense dark cherry, violet, and characteristic bitter almond notes. It represents a fascinating chapter of Gaja's history, combining rustic Piedmontese tradition with modern elegance.
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Founded in 1859 by Giovanni Gaja in the village of Barbaresco, Piedmont, Gaja is one of the world's most legendary wine estates, celebrated for revolutionizing Italian viticulture. Under the visionary leadership of Angelo Gaja, who joined the family business in 1961, the winery pioneered modern techniques in the Langhe, including green harvesting, temperature-controlled fermentations, and aging in French barriques. Gaja is globally renowned for its iconic single-vineyard Nebbiolo bottlings, such as Sor'i San Lorenzo, Costa Russi, and Sperss, alongside pioneering white wines like Gaia & Rey. The family has since expanded its uncompromising pursuit of quality to Tuscany, producing acclaimed Brunello di Montalcino at Pieve Santa Restituta and Bolgheri blends at Ca' Marcanda.