Cellar Ramblings

1992 Gaja Sito Moresco - an (ahem) variable vintage, an excellent producer, a 'new' style of wine. Not necessarily the recipe for a memorable wine experience.

When the cork popped, however, we were quite pleasantly surprised. This wine is Gaja's blend of Nebbiolo, Barbera and Merlot, presumably made with a view to earlier drinking. I had temporarily (i.e. for a few years or so) misplaced a half case of this in the cellar. This is surprisingly easy to do - if it is in a bin that is partially blocked with cases stacked in front, and if I forgot to use a neck tag, I could go on ignoring something for years.

It showed a cherry based nose, soft tannins and surprising length. I must excavate the rest and bring it on-line for drinking soon, although the wine doesn't seem to be falling apart at all - which for a dubious vintage and a wine intended for early consumption is saying something.

Last couple of times I 'lost' something worked out pretty well too - an early

80s Roxborough Chard and a 79 Fetzer Zin both showed unexpected class when opened.
Reply to
Bill Spohn
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I envy the ablity to 'lose' a half case in a cellar. I currently have a 'wait list' to get into my 50 bottle wine 'frig...

Kind of brings me to another point. Anyone know of good storage facilities in or around NYC??

cheers, dr

Reply to
Dennis Russo

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