G.D. Vajra 'Albe' Barolo 2022, Piedmont, Italy

REGION 
Barolo, Piedmont, Italy

 

VARIETAL 
Nebbiolo

 

TASTING NOTES

The nose opens with fresh and crushed flowers, bright Nebbiolo aromatics and light balsamic notes. The mouth is vibrant and energetic, enriched by tones of rose petal, fresh red fruits, spices, tobacco and orange peel. Long, with fine and velvet tannins.  -Winemaker's Notes

  

94pts - Wine Advocate

"The super-versatile and charming G.D. Vajra 2022 Barolo Albe mirrors the personality of a hot, dry vintage that delivers concentrated Nebbiolo flavors of blackcurrant, cherry and rose. The Albe bottling takes its name from the sunrises visible from the high-elevation vineyards used for this blend, with fruit sourced from several sites across Barolo to capture balance and complexity even in warmer years. There are earthy aromas as well and a hint of sweet orange. Darkly ripened fruit leads to solid tannins and rich concentration with enough stuffing to make this a great Barolo for near- or medium-term drinking."

  

93pts - Jeb Dunnuck

"A medium ruby color, the 2022 Barolo Albe marks the 50th vintage of this cuvée. Aromas of fresh cherries, spice, and ripe orange peel lead into a medium-bodied palate with purity and polish. Already quite appealing, this is a wine I would happily order by the glass, and it should drink beautifully over the coming decade. Drink 2026-2036."

  

93pts - Wine Enthusiast

"There is something immediately joyful about this, crushed strawberries and their freshly torn tops macerating together with a lift of flowers that makes the whole thing feel bright and completely alive. Green herbal notes and plush fruit find a beautiful and natural balance while the finish is easy, pretty and effortlessly classic. Albe at its most charming and completely impossible to resist."

  

(Organic & Sustainable)