2021 Barolo Ravera, G. D. Vajra

2021 Barolo Ravera, G. D. Vajra

From a plot oriented south/south-east the 2021 vintage saw very long macerations and for the Ravera it was 55 days. There was some hail damage to this vineyard - reducing yields around 10-15%. This is a spicy, supple Ravera with a lift of wild herbs, violets and liquorice with fine grip of tannins that have a very saline drive. Focus and refreshing on the finish there are accents of wild strawberry, menthol and blood orange.

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Wine details

  • Region & country
    Barolo (DOCG), Piedmont, Italy (North West), Italy
  • Grape
    Nebbiolo
  • Maturity
    Ready 2025 - 2041info
  • Colour
    Red
  • Sweetness
    Dry
  • Style
    Still
  • Unit Volume
    Bottle (75cl.)
  • ABV
    14.5%
  • Classification
    DOCG - Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita

Tasting notes

From one of the most sought-after crus sites today, the G.D. Vajra 2021 Barolo Ravera opens to a vibrant ruby color. The wine takes its time opening, especially when tasted young, but that delay bodes well for its future bottle evolution. This wine is built like a wall, with each brick representing its own distinct character. There is dark fruit, pressed flower, herb, ebony and a very elegant mineral side. The bouquet is direct and vertical, with lifted intensity over a medium-plus palate. The tannins are elegantly managed, and this wine has the latitude for long cellar aging. It ferments in stainless steel and ages in large oak casks.

Monica Larner, robertparker.com (January 2025)
97+

The 2021 Barolo Ravera is laced with bright red-toned fruit, iron, spice, cedar, tobacco and dried herbs. Bright acids and beams of tannin give the Ravera its distinctively driving feel. Today, the 2021 is a bit sinewy. I suspect it will always remain a vibrant, steely Barolo. The Ravera is a fine choice for readers who appreciate the more savory, mineral side of Barolo.

Antonio Galloni, vinous.com (January 2025)
95+

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