G.D. Vajra

Sattes Rubinrot mit violettem Einschlag, der typisch kirschige Geschmack mit Noten von Rosen und Bittermandeln umschmeichelt den Gaumen. Dieser Dolcetto glänzt mit kraftvollem Körper und dem fruchtig-knackigen Abgang. (superiore.de)

"Leathery and tart on the nose with lots of tannic fuzz on the palate. Very punchy for Dolcetto, even considering its youth. Lots of chew on the finish. Substantial and aromatic." Jancis Robinson

"Dolcetto is sometimes considered the ugly duckling of the Langhe. But in a hot vintage such as this, the grape flaunts its inner beauty and charm. The 2017 Dolcetto d'Alba delivers earthy and raw aromas of black fruit, plum and black olive. There are dusty sensations of crushed mineral or granite on the close. The finish offers vibrancy, depth and freshness." Robert Parker

Klassischer Barbera aus dem Hause Vajra. Granatrot, sehr angenehme Nase mit leichter Kirschnote und den Aromen feiner Gewürze. Im Geschmack reichhaltig und von der typischen Quirligkeit eines traditionellen und anspruchsvollen Weins der Region Alba. (superiore.de)

"This is a dark and nicely balanced wine to drink with hearty pasta dishes topped with grated cheese and meat ragù. The 2016 Barbera d'Alba is a terrific food wine with bright acidity and saline, almost salty flavor qualities. All of this makes your mouth water. Fruity tones of black cherry and dried blackberry wrap thickly over the palate. Fruit is sourced from six vineyard sites and blended here. Give this wine another six months of bottle time before popping the cork." Robert Parker

"Bonfire smoke, black cherry, tight tannins and mouth-watering acidity. Very serious in style, with an almost severe edge to the savoury notes. Plenty of alcohol on the finish. Captures the origin authentically, and would be a great – indeed necessary – partner to hearty food." Jancis Robinson

Pionier des Riesling auf italienischem Boden ist Aldo Vajra. Schon alsStudent von der Sorte fasziniert, pflanzte er die ersten Reben der Sorte Weißer Riesling in der Langa. Sehr helles Gelbgrün in der Jugend, dassich zu einem kräftigen Strohgelb entwickelt. Auch die Aromen des edlenPètracine nehmen einen vielfältigen Verlauf. Beginnend mit Pfirsich undAprikose folgen zarte florale und Zitrusnoten in seiner Lebensmitte,während mit zunehmender Reife Mineralität im Vordergrund steht. AmGaumen harmonisch und präzise strukturiert, fast streng, faszinierendkomplex und lang. Tolles Reifepotenzial! (superiore.de)

"In 2015 Vajra's Riesling Piètracine is built on a core of rich, expansive fruit. Peach, apricot pit, chamomile and lightly honeyed notes infuse the creamy, expressive finish. This is one of the more racy, forward vintages of the Riesling I can remember tasting. I would prefer to drink it sooner rather than later." Antonio Galloni

Dunkles Rubinrot, tiefes, komplexes Weinbeerenroma mit Noten von Minze, Basilikum und Zimt. Am Gaumen solide, fleischig, voll und lang im Abgang. Ein wunderbarer Barolo di Serralunga - wie gut wird er erst in den nächsten Jahren sein?! (superiore.de)

"This opens with aromas of underbrush, scorched soil, leather, iris and a balsamic note. The ripe, full-bodied palate offers juicy raspberry, licorice, mature black cherry and a hint of tobacco alongside firm, velvety tannins." Wine Enthusiast

"Just mid ruby with the beginning of orange tinges. Austere at first with notes of spice and minerally, sweet fruit. Tannic grip as well as fruit concentration. More about elegance than Serralunga power, but quite complete. Closes up a little." Jancis Robinson

Barolo Albe ist mit Tabak-, Veilchen- und Beerentönen sehr vielschichtig und facettenreich im Bouquet. Tief und anhaltend am Gaumen mit eleganter Tanninstruktur und angenehmer Säureader, lang anhaltend. (superiore.de)

"Intensiv-dunkles Rubinrot mit funkelndem Kern. Tiefsinnige und vielschichtige Nase nach dunklen Brombeeren, reifen Amarenakirschen, im Nachhall leicht nach Schießpulver. Breitet sich schön am Gaumen aus, hat gut integrierte Säure und feinmaschiges Tannin, bleibt lange und fruchtig im Finale." Falstaff

"A tribute to local tradition, the 2014 Barolo Albe represents an assembly of fruit from various vineyard plots throughout the area. Winemaking is classic in approach with a 25-day maceration period and aging in large Slavonian oak casks. This vintage shows silky, fine lines and a more accessible approach for near and medium-term drinking" Robert Parker

Barolo Albe ist mit Tabak-, Veilchen- und Beerentönen sehr vielschichtig und facettenreich im Bouquet. Tief und anhaltend am Gaumen mit eleganter Tanninstrukktur und angenehmer Säureader, lang anhaltend. (superiore.de)

"Vajra's 2013 Barolo Albe is beautifully perfumed, sensual and expressive in this vintage, with a bit less overt fruit and more aromatic/structural intensity than is often the case. The style of the Albe has always favored a more succulent expression of Nebbiolo that is quite different from the single-vineyard wines, but the 2013 suggests Vajra may be moving the Albe closer in line stylistically to their other Barolos, which I think is a positive. In any event, there is an element of restraint in the 2013 that is hugely appealing. The Albe is a blend of fruit from Fossati, Coste di Vergne and La Volta aged in 75 hectoliter casks. The Albe may be the single best value in Barolo today. As for the 2013, don't miss it!" Antonio Galloni

"Aromas of fresh-cut hay and grass shade the flavors of cherry, black currant, violet and tobacco in this elegant, taut red. A little compact now on the finish, yet should stretch out with some age." Wine Spectator

Barolo Ravera von Vajra ist ein erdiger, reicher Tropfen mit robuster Tanninstruktur und wohlbemessenem Säurenerv - ein imponierender Wein, dessen Höhepunkt in den nächsten Jahren man schon jetzt entgegen fiebern darf. (superiore.de)

"Tasted blind. Surprisingly dark ruby for this vintage. Brooding richness on the nose. Plenty of sour cherry on the palate and firm, somewhat drying tannins. This is still very youthful, and unsettled." Jancis Robinson

"A stark contrast to the Bricco delle Viole, Vajra's 2014 Barolo Ravera is a tannic, powerful wine. There is quite a bit of power and depth, but the tannins are also rustic and a touch rough around the edges. The 2014 is going to need time to settle down." Antonio Galloni

"The 2014 Barolo Ravera is indeed a fuller and more structured expression. The bouquet opens to dark fruit, iodine and mineral nuances. Ravera is a low-altitude vineyard from an estate that is specialized in high-altitude Nebbiolo farming. That added power is well suited to this thinner vintage." Robert Parker

Exzellenter Lagen-Barolo Cerretta, sehr kräftig und elegant, mit dem klassisch-würzigen Kirschbouquet, sehr schön artikuliert. Volle Frucht nach Waldbeeren am Gaumen, angenehm seidiges Tannin und eine gute Säure bilden die üppige Geschmacksstruktur. (superiore.de)

"Dark berry, pressed flower, iron, leather and spice aromas come together on this firmly structured wine. The full-bodied palate delivers juicy black cherry, eucalyptus, anise and clove alongside big, velvety tannins. A licorice note closes the lingering finish. It’s already almost approachable but hold for more complexity." Wine Enthusiast

"An intense red, whose strawberry, cherry, tar and earth flavors ride the racy structure to a long finish. Balanced in a lean way, with tar and licorice notes persisting on the aftertaste." Wine Spectator

Barolo Baudana aus der Einzellage Cerretta präsentiert sich energiegeladen und intensiv mit einemDuft aus schwarzen Kirschen, wilden Kräutern, Rauch und Teer.Überzeugend auch am Gaumen mit vielschichtigen Aromen und Texturen,Kraft und Struktur. Das mächtige Tannin und die stattliche Säure zeigenunverkennbar den Stil eines klassischen Barolo. (superiore.de)

"The 2012 Barolo Cerretta is richer, deeper and darker than the Baudana. Black cherry, smoke, licorice and dark spices open up first, followed by scents of sage, rosemary and mint that add complexity. In 2012, the Cerretta is more about brawn than finesse. Layers of fruit fill out the wine's ample frame nicely, but above all else, the Cerretta is distinguished for its raw, almost animal, power." Antonio Galloni

"A bright, floral-, strawberry-, cherry- and herb-flavored version, allied to an elegant profile. Picks up mineral and tobacco notes as this cruises to a lengthy conclusion. Though stylish, this has ample grip and complexity." Wine Spectator

"Raspberry compote, star anise, grilled herb and sun baked earth and a whiff of leather are some of the aromas you'll find on this structured Barolo. On the full-bodied palate, chopped mint, licorice and tobacco accent ripe Morello cherry and juicy raspberry." Wine Enthusiast

Frisches, funkelndes Rubingranat. Eröffnet mit Noten nach eingelegten Sardellen, dann Leder und dunkle Waldhimbeere. Am Gaumen viel dichtmaschiges, stoffiges Tannin, zieht rasant durch, feine Frucht, im Finale fester Druck. Einige Jahre noch weglegen. (superiore.de)

"Leasing and then acquiring the Luigi Baudana estate in Serralunga has given the Vajra family access to more fine vineyards. The result in 2014 is a delight, with a sweet, generous raspberry nose that shows both zest and charm. Medium-bodied, this is made in a gentle style that's not extracted but has sufficient tannin to give some grip. A firm mid-palate shows solid fruit and good persistence, followed by a long, balanced finish." Decanter

"Located beyond the sprawling Fontanafredda estate, Baudana has consistently maintained its reputation for top-notch Nebbiolo. In fact, those who farmed this vineyard never had difficulty selling its fruit. Barolo Baudana was one of the first crus to be exported successfully into foreign markets. The site sees sandy limestone mixed with veins of heavier blue clay. You get both elegance and structure as a result. The 2014 Barolo Baudana reveals black and purple fruit characteristics with ethereal tones of smoke, tar and spice on the finish." Robert Parker

"A darker side of Nebbiolo emerges from the 2014 Barolo Baudana. Powerful but also supple, the 2014 is a wine of pure, arresting beauty. Sweet red cherry, kirsch and floral notes meld together in a striking, textured Barolo that is a joy to taste, even at this early stage." Antonio Galloni

Frisches, funkelndes Rubingranat. Eröffnet mit Noten nach eingelegten Sardellen, dann Leder und dunkle Waldhimbeere. Am Gaumen viel dichtmaschiges, stoffiges Tannin, zieht rasant durch, feine Frucht, im Finale fester Druck. Einige Jahre noch weglegen. (superiore.de)

"Glänzendes, mittleres Rubin. Wirkt in Mund und Nase streng und recht verschlossen. Erst mit Luft entwickelt sich ein Duft von roten Beeren und blumigen Anklängen. Am Gaumen klassische Tanninstruktur, verbunden mit einer sich langsam verstärkenden, sehr reintönigen Frucht. Überaus vital, viel innere Spannung und Mineralität." Weinwisser

"The 2013 Barolo Baudana opens with striking, beguiling aromatics. Deep, pliant and sensual on the palate, the 2013 exudes fruit intensity to the point the tannins are nearly buried. Intense savory and mineral notes provide an underpinning of virile intensity that builds into the super-expressive finish." Antonio Galloni

"Seems open and forthcoming for the cherry, black currant and floral aromas and flavors, but this red has some punch too. The dense tannins provide support, while tobacco, green olive and mineral notes add depth. Terrific length." Wine Spectator