G.D. VajraDolcetto d'Alba 2023

Product code: 19412
£17.50 inc VAT
Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Piedmont
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: G.D. Vajra
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Aldo Vajra
Grape
Grape: Dolcetto
Grape: 100% Dolcetto
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Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Piedmont
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: G.D. Vajra
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Aldo Vajra
Grape
Grape: Dolcetto
Grape: 100% Dolcetto

Product Notes

G.D. Vajra Dolcetto d'Alba is a vibrant and lively red wine that originates from the Piedmont region of Italy. This wine is produced from a grape variety called Dolcetto, which is known for its ability to produce wines that are fruit-forward and easy-drinking. G.D. Vajra Dolcetto d'Alba has a deep ruby color and aromas of black cherry, raspberry, and violet. On the palate, it is medium-bodied with a refreshing acidity and soft tannins. The finish is long and satisfying with flavors of dark fruit, spice, and a hint of bitter almond. This wine is a perfect match for a variety of Italian dishes like pasta with rich red sauces, pizza, and grilled meats.

Tasting Notes

Dolcetto d’Alba DOC 2019 has a brilliant purple colour. The nose is fresh and exuberant with red strawberry, mulberry, infused roes and fresh thyme. Palate is bursting with blue fruits and fresh plums, tannins are crunchy and the finish is elegant with a lovely almond and spiced finish

About the Winery

G.D. Vajra

Established in 1972 by Guiseppe Domenico Vajra (GD Vajra), this winery is located in the tallest village of Barolo in the north-western part of Italy. Here, the vineyards are located at an altitude of 400m. This brand uses grapes cultivated from its family-owned vineyards to craft exquisite wines. Today, all the 40 hectares of vineyards and the winery are managed by Vajra’s son, Aldo, along with his wife and children. Thanks to the popularity of these wines, the village of Barolo is quite well-known to wine lovers across the globe today.

The grapes produced here are relatively of a small yield when compared to other brands; however, they stand apart in terms of fragrance and elegance. Since the vineyards are located at an elevated level, these grapes ripen quite slowly, but they when they do, you will notice that they are full with a character and taste that cannot be described in words. Thanks to the height of the vineyards and the micro-climate that prevails in this region throughout the year, the grapes are of extremely high quality.

The most popular vineyards of the GD Vajra group are located in areas such as Bricco delle Viole, Fossati, Coste di Vergne and La Volta. The vines here are very fertile and fragrant because of the unique soil quality that is rich in calcareous marl. Aldo’s Barolo Wines are very popular because they are made from grapes sourced from a single vineyard.

These Barolo wines are crafted using the traditional winemaking method, where Aldo mixes traditional winemaking styles with new techniques to bring out wines that are more fragrant and elegant than before. These wines are aged for about 3.5 years in GD Vajra’s sophisticated cellars, before they are sent for bottling. These qualities make this brand of wine, one of the best not only in the Barolo village but also in Italy.

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