Gaja Promis Toscana IGT 2024 — deep ruby red wine in branded bottle — available at The Wine Box Kenya, Nairobi

Gaja Promis Toscana

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Promis leads with Merlot and adds Syrah and Sangiovese. The result is an approachable, fruit-forward Bolgheri red with less grip than the estate’s higher-tier wines. That makes it the right bottle for buyers who want the Gaja name and Tuscan coast pedigree at an entry-level price. It is one of the most distinctive Super Tuscans available in Nairobi.

Tasting Notes

Black cherry and black plum lead the aroma, followed by sandalwood, sweet spice and Mediterranean herb. The palate entry is full-bodied. Merlot provides the rounded mid-palate weight, Syrah adds black fruit depth and white pepper, and Sangiovese contributes the acidity that keeps the wine lifted. Twelve months in oak leave a trace of vanilla and cedar. The close signs off with dark chocolate and mineral chalk that lingers for roughly 40 seconds. What separates this from typical Bolgheri blends is the Syrah and Sangiovese inclusion, which gives a spicier profile than Cabernet-driven alternatives.

Food Pairing

Grilled ribeye and braised beef short rib are the strongest matches. The fine tannins sit cleanly against charred fat and collagen. It also works beside pasta with rich meat sauce or aged pecorino. For a Nairobi evening where the grill is running and the conversation is flowing, this is the bottle that holds its structure across the full spread.

What You Need to Know

I normally drink Ornellaia or Sassicaia — where does Promis land by comparison?
Promis is more approachable and fruit-forward. Where those wines are Cabernet-driven and structured for long ageing, this Merlot-led blend with Syrah and Sangiovese offers softer tannins and earlier drinking.
Is this a heavy wine, or can I serve it at a casual dinner?
It is full-bodied at 14.5% ABV, but the Merlot keeps the texture rounded and the Sangiovese adds acidity that keeps it food-friendly. It works at both casual dinners and more formal occasions.
When should I open this bottle?
It drinks well now with an hour of decanting, but the structure supports ageing for 10 to 12 years. The oak and tannin backbone will soften and integrate over time.
Which dishes bring out the black fruit and spice notes best?
Grilled ribeye, braised short rib, or pasta with rich meat sauce. The fine tannins handle fat and collagen, while the acidity cuts through tomato-based sauces.
Do I need to decant Promis, or can I pour it straight?
Decant for one hour if drinking now. The air opens the sandalwood and sweet spice aromas. If you prefer a tighter, more structured pour, serve it straight at 16 to 18°C.
Would this work as a gift for someone who collects Italian wine?
Yes, the 1859 Gaja pedigree and the 1996 Ca’Marcanda estate story give it credibility. It suits anyone who collects Super Tuscans but has not yet explored Gaja’s Bolgheri range.
What happens if Promis is out of stock when I order?
Our customer service team can help you find a suitable alternative or source the product where possible.
How do I get Promis delivered to me in Nairobi?
Nairobi orders placed before 9 PM qualify for same-day delivery, typically completed within a 1-hour window. Free delivery applies to orders above KES 3,000 within Nairobi. Orders outside Nairobi are delivered nationwide across Kenya within 24 to 48 hours.
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Description

A Merlot-led Bolgheri blend with Syrah spice and Sangiovese structure. The Super Tuscan Nairobi collectors reach for when they want Gaja without the Barbaresco price.

The 2024 Promis is a 55/35/10 blend of Merlot, Syrah and Sangiovese from Bolgheri and Bibbona. The name comes from the Italian promessa, meaning promise. A nod to Angelo Gaja’s commitment to quality when he established Ca’Marcanda in 1996. The three varieties ferment separately for around 15 days before 12 months in oak.
The terre brune soils give the wine its depth, while sea breezes from the Tyrrhenian coast keep the acidity lively. At 14.5% ABV, this is the most approachable of Gaja’s Tuscan reds. For buyers in Nairobi, it offers the Ca’Marcanda pedigree without the price of Magari or the flagship Camarcanda. Best suited for collectors who want to explore Bolgheri through a producer with documented vineyard sourcing.

Product Facts:

  • Vintage: 2024
  • Producer: Gaja
  • Country: Italy
  • Region:  Tuscany
  • Appellation: Toscana IGT
  • Grape Variety: 55% Merlot, 35% Syrah, 10% Sangiovese
  • Category: Red Wine
  • Style: Full-Bodied Red Wine
  • ABV: 14.5%
  • Production Method: Varieties fermented separately for ~15 days; 12 months in oak barrels; blended and aged in bottle before release
  • Serving Temperature: 16–18°C

About The Winery

Angelo Gaja took over his family’s Barbaresco estate in 1961, and over the decades that followed extended the family’s reach well beyond Piedmont, acquiring properties in Tuscany at Pieve Santa Restituta and Ca’ Marcanda. The move onto Mount Etna came later still, in partnership with Alberto Graci, whose own reputation on the volcano made him the natural collaborator for a project the Gaja family had wanted to pursue for years. Angelo now works alongside his children Gaia, Rossana and Giovanni, the fifth generation involved in the family’s winemaking, spanning properties across Piedmont, Tuscany and now Sicily. The wines are available through The Wine Box in Kenya.

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