G.D. Vajra Barolo
G.D. Vajra Barolo
G.D. Vajra Barolo

G.D. Vajra Barolo

Pale in color but massive in personality, this Barolo offers a dizzying bouquet of rose petals, red cherries, and white pepper. The tannins are firm but sophisticated—think "iron fist in a velvet glove"—while a vibrant acidity keeps the palate lifted and energetic.

£39.00

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Key information

Region: Barolo, Piedmont, Italy

Year: 2018

Alcohol: 14.5%

Info:

Interesting: "Albe" refers to the three different sunrises seen from the estate's various high-elevation vineyards.

Did You Know? The Vajra family were pioneers in bringing Barolo back to a more elegant, "traditional" style in the 70s.

Pairing: Aged cheeses or mushroom risotto; a slow Sunday lunch.

Intensity
Delicate
Bold
4.4
Acidity
Softer
Zesty
4.6
Sweetness
Dry
Sweet
1.0
Body
Light
Full
4.2
Tannins
Smooth
Chewy
4.7

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Ideal for The Architect

Your palate is a "friction-seeker." You have a very high threshold for tannins, meaning you don't feel dryness as "harsh" - you feel it as "satisfying grip." Without that structural skeleton, wine feels like juice to you. You also enjoy Retro nasal Bitterness - the savoury, dark notes found in espresso and cacao. You don't want the wine to disappear; you want it to leave a physical footprint on your tongue for 60+ seconds (Length).

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