G.D. Vajra

Albe Barolo Nebbiolo 2020

9.5

Aldo Vaira took control of the family vineyards in 1968, when he was just 15 years old. Today, G.D. Vajra consists of 150 acres, mostly around the commune of Barolo.
Ruby with a rich bouquet of fruit, spices and floral notes, fruit from several vineyards, aged 26 months in Slavonian oak casks. On the palate flavors of cherry and raspberry with notes of pepper, cinnamon and floral, slight earthy notes. Long finish, nice balance with fine soft tannins ending with earthy floral notes. Enjoyable now, a few more years will benefit. — 2 months ago

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Jamie Lauder

Fantastic wines….Giuseppe Vajra….
“Dragon”…a white field blend from Ceretto in Barolo.
Chardonnay, Nascetta, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling….all 100 % unoaked .
If you ever get the chance..try this wine.

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9.2

Trader Joe’s favorite. Great lemongrass notes. This is the cruise control wine you always want to go to. — 2 years ago

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9.1

Solid two-seam FB nibbling at the edges of the plate: good control, decent oomph, and a good workhorse. The price is outrageously good, though, which I reckon makes it matter more than a standard nothing btl. — 4 years ago

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9.0

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9.5

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Skerlj

Venezia Giulia Vitovska 2017

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9.1

The 2017 Vitovska is decidedly savory and spicy, wafting up a beguiling display of sour apple, pear and lemon, complemented by hints of white pepper. It’s soft and almost fleshy upon entry, yet it quickly firms up through a display of brisk acids and minerals that nearly sizzle in the mouth. Inner florals dominate the finale, along with a tug of residual tension. The Skerlj Vitovska is fermented in oak vats for three weeks without temperature control before being moved to barrel for another twenty-four months. (Eric Guido, Vinous, January 2021)
— 4 years ago