“Transparent pillar-box red. Powerful nose of dried something. Cherries? Rose petals? Perhaps both. Super-fresh, despite the alcohol, with such great presence in the mouth. It’s not nearly ready but it’s clearly destined for great things. Sweet and chewy with a strong mineral undertow. Jewel-bright fruit. Real lift but more powerful than ethereal. Even slightly pungent with a whiff of cordite. Really refreshing health juice. Great stuff.” 17.5 pts., Jancis Robinson, 10/3/2021
2019 Paitin, Barbaresco, Serraboella 6x75cl £150 / Case£55 / BottleDuty Status: In BondAvailability: Immediate
2018 G.D. Vajra, Barolo, Albe 6x75cl £170 / Case£55 / BottleDuty Status: In BondAvailability: Immediate
2017 G.D. Vajra, Barolo, Bricco delle Viole 6x75cl
Red ⋅ Piedmont ⋅ Italy
£330 / Case£55 / BottleDuty Status: In BondAvailability: Immediate
2 in stock
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Tasting Notes
Tasting Notes
Wine Enthusiast 96
Aromas of underbrush, pine forest, woodland berries and cedar form the enticing nose. Full-bodied and savory, the structured palate delivers ripe Morello cherry, raspberry compote, star anise and cinnamon before closing on pipe tobacco notes. Tightly knit but refined tannins provide the backbone, while surprisingly fresh acidity for the hot vintage keeps it balanced.
Anticipated maturity: 2024-2032
JancisRobinson.com 17.5
Transparent pillar-box red. Powerful nose of dried something. Cherries? Rose petals? Perhaps both. Super-fresh, despite the alcohol, with such great presence in the mouth. It’s not nearly ready but it’s clearly destined for great things. Sweet and chewy with a strong mineral undertow. Jewel-bright fruit. Real lift but more powerful than ethereal. Even slightly pungent with a whiff of cordite. Really refreshing health juice. Great stuff.
Anticipated maturity: 2024-2039
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