2023 GD Vajra Dolcetto

The 2023 Dolcetto d'Alba is produced by the historic G.D. Vajra estate in Vergne, founded in 1972 by Aldo and Milena Vajra, with family vineyards planted since 1947. This 100% Dolcetto wine is sourced from the Coste di Vergen vineyard (planted in 1979) and Fossati vineyard (planted in 1985). The estate holds prized holdings in Bricco delle Viole. Historically cultivated in prime land just above Nebbiolo vineyards, this wine is crafted in a traditional spirit with a focus on freshness and vibrancy, yet possesses the structure to age. The wine displays a deep, brilliant violet color and is described as elegant yet sturdy.
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Specs

Type: Red
Grapes: Dolcetto
Winemaker: Aldo Vajra
Vintage: 2023

Geography

Country: Italy
Region: Piedmont
Sub-region: Alba
Vineyard: Coste di Vergen and Fossati
 

Farming

Organic. Cultivated in prime land following traditional practices in Alba. Environmentally friendly agriculture with manual harvest, low yield, and careful selection of old vines planted in high-altitude areas.
 

Harvest

Hand-harvested estate-grown grapes
 

Fermentation

Indigenous yeast fermentation in stainless steel vats for approximately 15 days, followed by malolactic fermentation; maceration period of approximately 25 days with water maceration processes
 

Aging

Aged in stainless steel tanks for 7-8 months to emphasize freshness, with additional bottle aging for several months