Vajra G.D. Barolo Ravera 2022

Vajra G.D. Barolo Ravera 2022 is a classic Barolo DOCG from one of Piedmont’s most respected estates, made entirely from Nebbiolo grown in the Ravera cru. This is a wine with real character and tension, shaped by high-altitude vines, mineral-rich soils, and a style that balances power with finesse. The Ravera site has only been bottled by Vajra since 2010, making it a relatively recent but highly compelling expression of this historic Barolo vineyard.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, expect a deep garnet hue with the brightness typical of young Nebbiolo. The nose is precise and layered, offering red cherry, rose petal, dried herbs, licorice, and a distinct mineral edge, all lifted by the cru’s cool, airy character. On the palate, the wine is structured and energetic, with firm tannins, vivid acidity, and a savoury core that gives it both grip and length. The iron-tinged, sandy marl soils contribute to a marked minerality, while the 30 months in large Slavonian oak help frame the wine without overpowering its site-driven purity. This is a Barolo built for patience and can develop beautifully over the next 15–20 years.

Production
The Ravera vineyard sits at around 360 metres above sea level in a fragile, erosion-prone landscape of fossil marl, sandy deposits, and iron-rich soils. The site’s exposed yet airy microclimate helps the Nebbiolo ripen slowly and evenly, preserving freshness and adding aromatic complexity. Harvesting is done entirely by hand in October, followed by a long 45-day maceration, including five days with submerged-cap maceration, then malolactic fermentation in stainless steel the following spring. The wine is aged for 30 months in 30-hectolitre Slavonian oak casks before bottling.

Food & Serving
This Barolo is an excellent partner for rich Piedmontese dishes such as braised beef, tajarin with truffle, mushroom risotto, game, and aged cheeses. Serve at around 16–18°C, and if possible, decant for 1–2 hours when young to help the wine open up and soften its tannins.

Producer
G.D. Vajra is a family-run producer in Piedmont known for crafting expressive, site-focused wines that combine tradition with precision. The estate has built a strong reputation for Barolo, particularly through careful vineyard work and a restrained, elegant winemaking style. Vajra is widely regarded as one of the leading names in the region, with a track record of wines that consistently show clarity, balance, and age-worthy structure.

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