2010 G.D. Vajra Albe Barolo

2010 G.D. Vajra Albe Barolo: A Great Value Barolo With Lots of Personality

2010 G.D. Vajra Albe, Barolo DOCG, Italy ($34.99/BTL.)

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2010 G.D. Vajra Albe, Barolo DOCG, Italy$34.99/BTL.

The GD Vajra estate is found in Vergne, the highest village of Barolo in north-west Italy, where the vineyards sit at an altitude of up to 1,300 feet. The estate is named after Giuseppe Domenico Vajra, who founded the estate in 1972. The estate is now run by Giuseppe's son Aldo.

100% Nebbiolo. Sourced from three different vineyards (

Fossati, Coste di Vergne

and

La Volta

) at different altitudes. Before the bottling process, Albe is aged in Slavonian oak barrels for 36 months. The wine is harmonious, from the beautiful rose and violet aromas all the way to the bright red fruit finish. Soft and supple tannins and good acidity.

"The 2010 Barolo Albe is a real stunner. Brilliant and finely sculpted on the palate, the 2010 dazzles from the very first taste. Expressive, floral notes meld into bright red fruit, mint and crushed berries in a vibrant, striking Barolo endowed with pure energy and class. In most vintages, the Albe is juicy and fruit-driven, but in 2010 is the wine's minerality that is front and center. Aldo Vajra opted to bottle the 2010 a little bit earlier than normal in order to preserve freshness, a decision that worked beautifully here. The Barolo Albe is made from three parcels; Fossati, Castello della Volta and Costa di Vergne. The 2010 Barolo vintages is rightly drawing a lot of attention. The Albe should be relatively easy to find at a fair price. Simply put, the 2010 Barolo Albe is not to be missed." Drink from 2017- 2030. - Antonio Galloni (93 Pts.)

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