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The term Conteisa is the local word for strife or dispute. This name refers to the dispute in the 13th century between the municipalities of La Morra and Barolo about the Cerequio estates that separate these places. Cerequio is one of the most famous Cru's from Barolo and synonymous with wines of the highest level. Gaja Conteisa contains between 5 and 10% barbera grapes. After 21 days of temperature-controlled soaking, further fermentation on steel takes place. This is followed by maturing for 12 months in barrique and another year in cask. And this is how this full, concentrated wine is created, including black fruit, tar and liquorice. It is powerful with great development potential, but already very accessible at a younger age - due to its pleasant tannin structure. A wine for big game, red meat, preparations with mushrooms or truffles, and hard cheeses.
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