Angelo Gaja is an outstanding figure in Italian viticulture and has made a significant contribution to the international recognition of wines from Piedmont. His winery, founded in 1859 in Barbaresco, has been in the family for four generations. Under his management, the winery achieved worldwide fame for its innovative methods and the production of top wines.
Gaja revolutionized Piedmontese viticulture by introducing modern techniques and growing international grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay. His wines, in particular Barbaresco and single-vineyard wines such as Sorì San Lorenzo, Sorì Tildin and Costa Russi, are characterized by their complexity, elegance and longevity.
In addition to Piedmont, Gaja expanded his activities to Tuscany, where he acquired the Pieve Santa Restituta wineries in Montalcino and Ca' Marcanda in Bolgheri. This expansion underscores his commitment to quality and innovation in Italian viticulture.
Angelo Gaja is considered a pioneer who combines tradition with modernity and has had a lasting impact on Italian viticulture. His wines are highly regarded worldwide and reflect the diversity and potential of Italian wine regions.