GAJA
Alteni di Brassica Langhe DOP
The name of this wine originates from Alteni, small stone walls that once surrounded the plots of land, and the word Brassica, yellow flowers growing in the vineyards in spring.
The first vineyard of Alteni Di Brassica was planted in 1983 in the heart of Barbaresco (Masuè). The other vineyards are in Serralunga d’Alba (Vivaldo 3 and Colombaio) and in Trezzo (Serra Pini, Boscasso, and Cascina Langa).
- Region
- Piedmont
- Appellation
- Langhe DOP
- Varietal Composition
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Aging
- Aged in oak for 12-18 months.
- Alcohol
- 13.5%
The nose opens with concentrated notes of sugared almonds, caramelized orange, pear, almond blossom, tomato leaf, sage, and boxwood, with a subtle oily richness. The palate is rich and enveloping, balanced by a savory, gently sweet acidity. The finish is long, mineral, and persistent.
Jeb Dunnuck
96 Points
2024
"Aromatically, it combines tropical character with a refined Bordeaux Blanc-like profile, offering notes of lemon sherbet, fresh flowers, elderflower, and wet stones. Medium-bodied and made without malolactic fermentation, it is bright and refreshing with lime and chalky earth on the finish. It’s harmonious and expressive in the vintage."
— Audrey Frick, 2026
Wine Advocate
95 Points
2024
The Gaja 2024 Langhe Alteni di Brassica knocks it out of the park with its extraordinary precision, clarity and freshness. The bouquet is beautifully lifted with vibrant citrus, preserved lemon and grapefruit framed by subtle creaminess that adds texture without diminishing the wine's energy. The palate is razor-sharp and remarkably vibrant, finishing with lingering citrus and mineral notes. Beginning with the 2024 vintage, approximately 60% of the blend comes from eight-year-old vineyards in Alta Langa, bringing an extra dimension of freshness and finesse. As the estate's growing portfolio continues to evolve, the Gaja family continues to evaluate which cool Alta Langa sites are best suited to existing blends and which might ultimately justify new wines.
— Monica Larner, 2026
