G.D. Vajra - Barolo Albe 2016 (750ml)
Wine Advocate: 94 Points
If you were to consider the entire portfolio of wines made in the Barolo appellation this wine always stands in its own little corner. Albe is a brand on its own and it represents one of the most versatile accessible and well-priced Baroli to emerge from the appellation. The G.D. Vajra 2016 Barolo Albe sets off on the right foot offering forthcoming intensity with forest fruit wild cherry crushed stone and blue flowers. Winemaking is straightforward in stainless steel and the wine finishes in Slavonian oak casks. Some 40000 bottles are hitting the market now. This is a terrific offering from G.D Vajra with innovative and clever wines ranging from the classic Barolo Bricco delle Viole to the informal Langhe Nebbiolo Claré J.C. With a catchy rap song singing its praises (google "Il Primo - Nebbiolo ft. LFT and Toro") G.D. Vajra is one of the most exciting estates to watch today. Congratulations on these gorgeous wines.
Wine Enthusiast: 94 Points
Aromas of woodland berry new leather camphor and pressed rose waft out of the glass. Juicy and delicious the chewy palate doles out succulent Marasca cherry crushed raspberry and white pepper. Polished tannins and fresh acidity give it an immediate appeal but this also offers several years of drinking pleasure. Drink through 2028. Editor's choice. KERIN O?KEEFE
Wine Spectator: 94 Points
Elegant and expressive this red evokes cherry raspberry and floral notes aligned to a refined structure. This is balanced and leaves an aftertaste of fruit tobacco and iron. Best from 2023 through 2043. ?B.S.
Vinous: 91 Points
Vajra's Barolo Albe is bright floral and wonderfully lifted in 2016. Sweet tobacco cedar blood orange mint licorice dried red cherry and sage give the 2016 lovely savory brightness to match its mid-weight structure. Gracious and light on its feet the Albe has so much to offer.
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