Darren Dittrich

8.9

Black currant opulence. Nice supporting acid, integrated tannins... could age for a few years. — 2 days ago

Darren Dittrich

8.6

Value-oriented Barolo from a solid producer. This is very good, but little of note stands out in comparison to the other Vajra offerings. 2011 vintage could be a factor. — 15 days ago

Darren Dittrich

9.1

I should have expected this: the 2013 vintage is great, but not drinking as well as the 2012, 2010, or 2008 vintages. And I love bright wines... this one’s pH is 3.11 according to Galloni. Needs a few more years for the acid to harmonize with the relatively heavy new oak flavors. — 20 days ago

Darren Dittrich

6.9

RIP. Way past it’s prime... sadly.
My fault entirely... this one hid deep in the cellar. — 2 days ago

Darren Dittrich

9.0

Delicious accessible traditional-style Barolo. — 14 days ago

Darren Dittrich

9.4

Fantastic Barbaresco from the stellar 2010 vintage. My bottle had seen a little heat stress at some point, but this didn’t seem to diminish the wine. Some darker/richer sour cherry notes, balanced acidity, integrated tannins, beautiful floral notes, cola nut. Fine to open and enjoy now... better with a little air. — 18 days ago

Darren Dittrich

9.1

Delicious... the 2014 has all the sour cherry almond flavor one could want. Not the best vintage? Still tasty. — 25 days ago

Darren Dittrich

9.0

Pale electric purple, plenty of acid and grip. Savory components plus sage and lavender, rhubarb, white pepper. Perfect with Kuby’s sausages and grilled root veggies. Nothing overripe here. — 6 days ago

Darren Dittrich

9.0

Delicious fruit-forward Barbera with plenty of balancing acid. This bottle was empty before we knew it. Would buy again. — 16 days ago

Darren Dittrich

9.3

A massive Ravera... rich without too much oak, ample tannins, darker fruits. Even though this is a 2013, it needs some time in the cellar. Update: Drinking even better on Day 2. This is a blockbuster Barolo. Can I save any for Day 3? — 23 days ago