G.D. Vajra

Albe Barolo Nebbiolo

9.222 ratings
9.31 pro ratings
Barolo, Cuneo, Piedmont, Italy
Nebbiolo
Lamb, Goose, Potato, Baking Spices, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Turkey, Beef, Pasta, Salami & Prosciutto, Tomato-Based, Soft Cheese, Chicken, Veal, White Rice, Herbs, Mushrooms, Pungent Cheese, Pork, Game, Exotic Spices, Chili & Hot Spicy, Duck, Onion, Shallot, Garlic
Top Notes For
Sipping Fine Wine

Aldo Vaira took control of family vineyards in 1968, he was just 15 years old. Today, G.D. Vajra consists of 150 acres, mostly around the commune of Barolo. Ruby with a rich bouquet of fruit, spices & floral notes, fruit from several vineyards, aged 26 months in Slavonian oak. On the palate flavors of cherry & raspberry with notes of pepper, cinnamon & floral, slight earthy notes. Long finish, nice balance with fine soft tannins ending with earthy floral notes. Enjoyable now, a few more years will benefit.

Aldo Vaira took control of family vineyards in 1968, he was just 15 years old. Today, G.D. Vajra consists of 150 acres, mostly around the commune of Barolo. Ruby with a rich bouquet of fruit, spices & floral notes, fruit from several vineyards, aged 26 months in Slavonian oak. On the palate flavors of cherry & raspberry with notes of pepper, cinnamon & floral, slight earthy notes. Long finish, nice balance with fine soft tannins ending with earthy floral notes. Enjoyable now, a few more years will benefit.

Dec 11th, 2025
Dave

I've had Albe a number of times, and it's always been very good. This bottle is delicious, even though it is young. It's vibrant and zesty with bright cherries, cranberry, a light dusting of... dust, little mint, little tea leaf. It would be great with some cellaring, but when it tastes like this at this price, why wait? Paired beautifully with some flank steak and chimichurri.
Delectable puts it at $48 but I don't think I've ever spent that much.
Listening to Christopher Parkening.

I've had Albe a number of times, and it's always been very good. This bottle is delicious, even though it is young. It's vibrant and zesty with bright cherries, cranberry, a light dusting of... dust, little mint, little tea leaf. It would be great with some cellaring, but when it tastes like this at this price, why wait? Paired beautifully with some flank steak and chimichurri.
Delectable puts it at $48 but I don't think I've ever spent that much.
Listening to Christopher Parkening.

1 person found it helpfulJul 29th, 2025
Michael Sinowitz

Excellent. Fruit at the front and some tannins on the close. Accessible now

Excellent. Fruit at the front and some tannins on the close. Accessible now

Aug 31st, 2025
Kristoffer Roupé

Ganska kärvt. Men lätt. Trevligt till lite vilt

Ganska kärvt. Men lätt. Trevligt till lite vilt

Mar 14th, 2026
Bill Morgan

Still young so the nose is muted but the beginning and finish of the wine is very good

Still young so the nose is muted but the beginning and finish of the wine is very good

Mar 1st, 2026
Neal Krishna Devaraj

This is great for the price. With steak

This is great for the price. With steak

Jan 15th, 2026
Dave

Wishing all my Delectable friends a very merry Christmas Eve!
Listening to Paul Desmond

Wishing all my Delectable friends a very merry Christmas Eve!
Listening to Paul Desmond

Dec 25th, 2025
Joanne Franzel

Really liked this but dont agree with reviews that it was heavy. In fact I found it medium bodied. A little high alcohol. Nice bite.

Really liked this but dont agree with reviews that it was heavy. In fact I found it medium bodied. A little high alcohol. Nice bite.

Dec 7th, 2025
Angela Sanks

Fan freaking tastic! Bellissima. Delecate white flowers, plum, raisin, tart cherry

Fan freaking tastic! Bellissima. Delecate white flowers, plum, raisin, tart cherry

Nov 19th, 2025
Carter Snead

Fr. Austin’s visit!

Fr. Austin’s visit!

Oct 5th, 2025