2000 Darmagi
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'A very warm summer led to an early harvest.' 95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc. Poured from double magnum. Lustrous mature ruby with bright brick rim. Stunning nose of oak, cherry, cassis and cigar case. On the palate there is more than a suggestion of the Médoc, with ripe cassis fruit framed by intense tannins that pull the wine firmly back to the Langhe. Endlessly long, elegant and cool. (WS)
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The Wine Advocate
Daniel Thomases, Wine Advocate
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The 2000 Darmagi is notably less successful than the very fine 1999, a bit herbaceous on the nose, forceful but a bit dry and tight in texture. Drink: 2005-2016. Wines like this, made by Piedmont’s most famous producer, can only arouse some serious doubts about the future of Cabernet in the region. Importer: Paterno Imports, Lake Bluff, IL; tel. (847) 604-8900
The 2000 Darmagi is notably less successful than the very fine 1999, a bit herbaceous on the nose, forceful but a bit dry and tight in texture. Drink: 2005-2016. Wines like this, made by Piedmont’s most famous producer, can only arouse some serious doubts about the future of Cabernet in the region. Daniel Thomases, Wine Advocate # 160.
The 2000 Darmagi is notably less successful than the very fine 1999, a bit herbaceous on the nose, forceful but a bit dry and tight in texture. Drink: 2005-2016. Wines like this, made by Piedmont’s most famous producer, can only arouse some serious doubts about the future of Cabernet in the region. Aug 2005, www.robertparker.com
About the producer
Gaja has been at the forefront of the Piedmont wine scene for many years and is Barbaresco’s most decorated producer. The winery has received a record number of Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri awards – the highest accolade from Italy’s leading wine publication.