Macerated cherry, plum, licorice, iron and eucalyptus flavors permeate this concentrated yet supple red, which is rich but never heavy, with ample acidity and dense, refined tannins lending support. Trades a little freshness for ripeness and depth. Best from 2026 through 2043. 625 cases made, 75 cases imported.

The 2018 Marchesi di Gresy Barbaresco Martinenga Gaiun has heady floral notes on the nose with slightly sweet and fragrant aromas and some background exotic spice like nutmeg. There is an elegant, refined quality to the tannins. I love the fact that the flavours last so long, leaving lingering fruit and a super-juicy freshness. This is a wonderful expression of the fresher 2018 vintage - it shows a lightness of touch and sensitivity.

The 2018 Barbaresco Gaiun Martinenga is encompassing in its aromas, with enveloping notes of incense, raspberry, and spiced orange. It is medium-bodied but offers more richness of fruit through the palate, with ripe strawberry, fresh roses, and crushed stones, ripe tannins, and a lot of immediate appeal as well as great charm. Drink 2023-2040.

The 2018 Barbaresco Gaiun Martinenga is a beautiful wine that shows the style of both the vintage and cru perched just above Asili. Dark cherry/plum, spice, menthol, licorice and a touch of nicely judged oak fill out the layers. In 2018 Gaiun is a bit light, as most wines are, and yet its balance is absolutely impeccable. Terrific.