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G.D. Vajra Dolcetto d'Alba Coste & Fossati

G.D. Vajra Dolcetto d'Alba Coste & Fossati

The quintessence of dolcetto
Organic
G.D. Vajra Dolcetto d'Alba Coste & Fossati
75 cl.
2023
92 Suckling
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Details
14.00%
Alcohol 14.00%
Piedmont
Production area Piedmont
DOC Dolcetto d'Alba
Designation of Origin DOC Dolcetto d'Alba
G.D. Vajra
Winery G.D. Vajra
Contains sulphites
100% Dolcetto
Varieties 100% Dolcetto
16.0
Service 16.0
75 cl.
Volume 75 cl.

Tasting notes G.D. Vajra Dolcetto d'Alba Coste & Fossati 2023

Red wine Aged in stainless steel Organic. 5 meses en depósitos de acero inoxidable.

G.D. Vajra Dolcetto d'Alba Coste & Fossati 2023 makes a charming first impression with its vibrant violet hue and subtle ruby highlights. As you approach the glass, intense aromas of sour cherries, blackberries, and blueberries are perceived, complemented by delicate floral notes of violet and a hint of bay leaf and juniper. On the palate, it reveals a broad and enveloping profile, where its freshness combines with a smooth texture and finely crafted tannins. This vintage is special for its inherent freshness, urgency, and structure, characteristics that distinguish it as an ideal wine to enjoy without fuss. 

Style G.D. Vajra Dolcetto d'Alba Coste & Fossati
Fruity
Spicy
Young
Barrel
Light
Body

About G.D. Vajra Dolcetto d'Alba Coste & Fossati

There are summers that leave an indelible mark. For Aldo Vaira, the summer of 1968 was anything but ordinary. At fifteen, the streets of Turin were filled with banners and slogans. While other teenagers spent their time in cafes or cinemas, he joined the demonstrators. His father, worried about the unrest and fearing his son might go astray, made a drastic decision: to send him to Barolo, at the heart of the family vineyards, to distance him from the commotion.

What seemed like a punishment turned into a turning point. Aldo discovered an unexpected world among the vineyards: physical labour, direct contact with nature, and a pace distinct from that of the city. What began as an obligation ended up becoming a vocation. While many young people were abandoning the countryside for the city, he chose to stay.

Today, that unexpected turn is behind G.D. Vajra, one of the most respected wineries in Piedmont. On their 40 hectares in Vergne, at about 400 metres altitude, the Vaira family cultivates nebbiolo, dolcetto, and barbera, with a clear philosophy: each plot deserves specific treatment to fully express its character. Aldo paved the way and his son Benoît, the current winemaker, continues with the same discipline and rigour.

One of the wines that best reflects this approach is Dolcetto d’Alba Coste & Fossati. It is not merely an outstanding dolcetto, but a project that was developed over decades (between 1979 and 1985). Aldo selected clones from ancient dolcetto vines and grafted two iconic vineyards—Coste, with southern exposure, and Fossati, with southeastern exposure—on calcareous soils that provide structure and elegance. In the winery, the wine is aged for 6 months in Slavonian oak barrels, with a small percentage in stainless steel.

As Aldo himself says: “A lifetime’s work has led us to Coste & Fossati, the quintessence of our finest vineyards.” A dolcetto that combines freshness and intensity and evolves wonderfully over time.



 

2023

G.D. Vajra Dolcetto d'Alba Coste & Fossati 2023 makes a charming first impression with its vibrant violet hue and subtle ruby highlights. As you approach the glass, intense aromas of sour cherries, blackberries, and blueberries are perceived, complemented by delicate floral notes of violet and a hint of bay leaf and juniper. On the palate, it reveals a broad and enveloping profile, where its freshness combines with a smooth texture and finely crafted tannins. This vintage is special for its inherent freshness, urgency, and structure, characteristics that distinguish it as an ideal wine to enjoy without fuss. 
2023
92 Suckling

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  • We send it to Portugal with CTT Express to your home
  • The shipment for 12 bottles is €8.50 with CTT Express.
  • For orders over €150 shipping is free with CTT Express.