Vajra
G.D. Barolo Coste di Rose 2021
Other years:
2022| Denomination | DOCG Barolo |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | Spontaneous malolactic fermentation the following spring, followed by ageing in Slavonian oak barrels until bottling. |
| Other years | 2022 |
- Barolo DOCG organic 2021: 100% Nebbiolo, 14% vol, 0.75 litre bottle
- Aromas: hints of rose, morello cherry, cherry stone, liquorice, mint and sweet spices
- Taste and structure: juicy palate, dark cherry, silky tannins, persistent and savoury finish
- Vinification: 55 days maceration and ageing in Slavonian oak barrels
- Scores: 96 Suckling, 96 Parker, 92 Decanter; ideal with red meats and mature cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Barolo Coste di Rose by Vajra is an organic red wine from Piedmont made from Nebbiolo grapes. A true expression of Barolo, it offers a bouquet characterised by notes of rose, morello cherry, liquorice and sweet spices. Maturation in Slavonian oak barrels gives the palate a deep structure, distinguished by silky tannins and a savoury, persistent finish.
Where it comes from
This wine is produced in the municipality of Barolo from the Coste di Rose vineyard, located on a steep slope. The rows of vines grow at around 310 metres above sea level on soils composed of Diano Sandstone and ancient sands. This soil composition shapes the Nebbiolo, ensuring a clear aromatic precision and a profound balance between the fruit's juiciness and the tannic component.
How it is produced
The grapes are hand-harvested in October, destemmed and vinified in custom-made vats. Fermentation lasts fifty-five days and includes a submerged cap phase. The following spring, spontaneous malolactic fermentation begins, leading to a long ageing period in Slavonian oak barrels that defines the wine's character until bottling.
History and Curiosities
Located in the municipality of Barolo, this cru comes to life on a steep slope characterised by soils of Diano Sandstone. These ancient sands shape the wine’s identity, the result of the dedication of the Vajra family who, since 1972, have cultivated their vineyards under strict organic practices. The meticulous vinification, with a 55-day maceration under a submerged cap, and the slow ageing in Slavonian oak barrels enhance the natural elegance of Nebbiolo, offering a sublime expression of the Piedmontese territory.
Awards
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2021
4Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2021
92/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2021
3This guide is highly respected and offers the most comprehensive review of Italian wines. It has a long tradition and is based on blind tastings carried out by over 100 experts.
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2021
96/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2021
96/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2021
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2021
4Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
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2021
95/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1972
- Oenologist: Aldo e Giuseppe Vaira
- Bottles produced: 500.000
- Hectares: 80
A true family estate, G.D. Vajra blends tradition and innovation with heartfelt authenticity. Today, alongside founders Aldo and Milena Vaira, the new generation — Giovanni, Francesca, and Isidoro — carries the vision forward, also overseeing the historic Luigi Baudana estate in Serralunga d’Alba since 2009.
Every bottle reflects the family’s artisanal spirit and deep-rooted connection to the land, offering wines with soul, identity, and a timeless elegance. Read more
| Name | Vajra G.D. Barolo Coste di Rose 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Barolo DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Vajra |
| Story | History and Curiosities Located in the municipality of Barolo, this cru comes to life on a steep slope characterised by soils of Diano Sandstone. These ancient sands shape the wine’s identity, the result of the dedication of the Vajra family who, since 1972, have cultivated their vineyards under strict organic practices. The meticulous vinification, with a 55-day maceration under a submerged cap, and the slow ageing in Slavonian oak barrels enhance the natural elegance of Nebbiolo, offering a sublime expression of the Piedmontese territory. |
| Origin | Municipality of Barolo (CN), Piedmont, Italy |
| Soil composition | Diano sandstone and ancient sands |
| Harvest | October |
| Fermentation | 55 days |
| Production technique | Destemming and vinification in custom vats with submerged cap; spontaneous malolactic fermentation; ageing in Slavonian oak barrels |
| Wine making | Destemming and vinification in custom-made vats; vinification lasting 55 days, of which about 20 with a submerged cap; spontaneous malolactic fermentation the following spring; ageing in Slavonian oak barrels until bottling. |
| Aging | Spontaneous malolactic fermentation the following spring, followed by ageing in Slavonian oak barrels until bottling. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |