Viniou Reviews
Gaja's 2007 Cuvée Sori San Lorenzo Nebbiolo d'Alba is an outstanding expression of Piedmontese winemaking, crafted from 100% Nebbiolo grapes. This vintage benefits from a year characterised by a balanced growing season, delivering both structure and elegance. Sori San Lorenzo, among Gaja’s most celebrated crus, sits upon hillsides with south-facing exposure and well-drained calcareous soils. Gentle maceration and a judicious use of oak barrels during maturation allow the Nebbiolo’s natural complexity to shine while imparting subtle notes of spice and toast. The result is a wine of remarkable depth, offering layers of cherry, plum, rose petal, and truffle, underpinned by firm yet refined tannins and a lingering, savoury finish.
The Piedmont region, nestled at the foothills of the Alps in north-west Italy, is synonymous with some of the world’s greatest red wines. Its continental climate with warm days and cool nights aids slow ripening, preserving vibrant acidity and the aromatic profile Nebbiolo is famed for. Limestone and clay-rich soils contribute structure and backbone—ideal conditions for expressive, long-lived reds. The rich viticultural history of Piedmont dates back centuries, with Barolo, Barbaresco, and Nebbiolo d'Alba acclaimed for their elegance, finesse, and profound sense of place.
This powerful Nebbiolo pairs beautifully with richly flavoured dishes such as braised beef cheek, osso buco, or wild mushroom risotto. Regional specialities like agnolotti del plin or tajarin with a veal ragu highlight the wine’s harmonious balance of fruit and earth. Mature cheeses such as Castelmagno or aged Parmigiano further enhance its savoury undertones.
For optimal appreciation, decant this wine at least an hour before serving to allow its bouquet and structure to unfold. Serve at 16-18°C. Even with 15+ years of age, this wine promises further evolution in bottle, making it a perfect centrepiece for a special meal or cellar treasure for the years ahead.
