Marchesi Gresy, Barbaresco Gaiun Martinenga Vintage:2009 the 2017 Syrah Foothills Reserve

the 2017 Syrah Foothills Reserve explodes out of the glass with power and prestige

They selected north- and west-facing vineyards to achieve more freshness in the wine

The 2000 was roaring from the glass when I tasted it in the estates Cote Rotie cellars

fading cherry and floral flavors matched to a moderately firm structure

There is seriously impressive size

Marchesi Gresy, Barbaresco Gaiun Martinenga Vintage:2009 the 2017 Syrah Foothills ReserveThe deeply colored barrique aged 2001 Barbaresco Gaiun is a terrific example of a more modern style of Barbaresco. It presents an elegant nose redolent of spices followed by rich macerated cherry and mineral flavors with superbly well integrated oak and great overall balance. Anticipated maturity, 2007 2014.