G.D. Vajra Langhe Nebbiolo, Piedmont, Italy

There’s a quiet kind of beauty in the 2024 G.D. Vajra Langhe Nebbiolo — a wine that captures the innocence of Nebbiolo in its purest form. With precision and grace, it distills the variety’s soulful essence: lifted aromatics, lively structure, and the effortless elegance that defines Vajra’s craft. Each sip reflects patience and care, born of a season that challenged the land and rewarded those who listened closely to it.

Product Details:

• Varietal: 100% Nebbiolo
• Vineyards: Young vines planted across Tortonian and Serravallian valleys (280–550 m elevation)
• Soil Type: Calcareous marl
• Farming: Certified organic and sustainably cultivated
• Harvest Period: September 28 – October 24, 2024
• Fermentation: Long, gentle maceration (up to 18 days) with spontaneous malolactic fermentation
• Aging: 7 months in stainless-steel tanks
• Alcohol: 13.5%
• Winemaker: Giuseppe Vaira

Sensory Description:

The 2024 Langhe Nebbiolo opens with a luminous garnet color and an expressive bouquet of rose petals, violet, and crushed raspberries. Notes of citrus peel, blood orange, and white pepper add brightness, while subtle graphite and herbal undertones bring depth. On the palate, it shows balance and finesse, light on its feet yet layered with flavor. A fine-grained tannic structure supports red currant and cherry tones, leading to a long, savory finish lifted by minerality and mountain herbs. The overall impression is one of clarity, freshness, and quiet power.

Winemaker's Background:

Founded in 1972 by Aldo and Milena Vajra, G.D. Vajra stands as one of Barolo’s most respected family estates, revered for its devotion to organic farming, precision winemaking, and timeless integrity. Today, Giuseppe Vaira continues his parents’ legacy with the same curiosity and respect for nature that defined their beginnings. The estate’s vineyards, scattered across Barolo’s most prized slopes, are cultivated with a deep commitment to biodiversity and minimal intervention, yielding wines that balance purity with emotional resonance. The Langhe Nebbiolo represents Vajra’s pursuit of varietal truth, a glimpse into Nebbiolo’s essence before its grand Barolo form.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve at 16–18°C after a brief decant to awaken its aromatic layers. This Nebbiolo pairs beautifully with tagliatelle al ragù, roasted duck, or mushroom risotto. For cheese pairings, try aged Parmigiano-Reggiano or Taleggio. Its brightness and delicate texture also make it a versatile companion to truffle-infused dishes and herb-grilled meats.

Elegant, pure, and alive with energy, the 2024 G.D. Vajra Langhe Nebbiolo is a wine that speaks softly but leaves a lasting impression, a testament to the grace of Nebbiolo and the enduring artistry of the Vajra family.