Wine Trends Come and Go, but Gaja’s Barbarescos Remain Legendary

Wine Trends Come and Go, but Gaja’s Barbarescos Remain Legendary

This article is part of The Spill Awards 2026, covering the best in spirits, cocktails, bartenders and drinks culture. Find all of the stories here. Gaja has built its legacy betting on the underdog. Which sounds preposterous, given that the Piedmont winery is now considered one of the world’s great estates. Their wines are incomparable, and their patriarch, Angelo Gaja, has been awarded top honors and covers from every major wine rag. He and hi…