2022 G.D. Vajra Barolo Albe

The true Beauty of Albe is the caress of the sun that rises three times every morning over our vineyards. It’s the exceptional simplicity of nature that makes the awakening of life an everyday miracle. – Milena Vaira.

Albe is our tribute to traditional Barolo and its ‘maestri’. It is a blend of high-elevation vineyards where, each day, we witness three beautiful sunrises—or albe. Albe comprises Barolo DOCG vineyards with exposures ranging from south-south-east to south-west, situated at elevations between 380 and 480 metres above sea level.

In 2022, fruit for our Barolo Albe was picked between 23rd September and 12th October. Grapes were sorted manually three times: directly on the vine, as whole bunches on the sorting tables, and finally as individual berries after destemming. Vinification was carried out in a custom-designed vertical tini, with gentle punch-downs and pump-overs. Maceration was extended, lasting an average of 36 days with a partially submerged cap. Spontaneous malolactic conversion occurred in stainless steel during the following spring. The wine matured for 22 months in large Slavonian oak casks of 40, 50 and 75 hectolitres. Bottling took place between 16th and 20th June 2025.

The 2022 Albe shows a lively, translucent garnet red hue. The nose opens with delicate rose petals, candied cherry, and amarena, followed by hints of cedarwood, juniper berries, and wildflowers, alongside a gentle touch of sea breeze and forest floor, all lifted by notes of lemon blossom and blood orange. On the palate, mountain strawberries and juicy dark fruits are carried by a silky texture and refined tannins. The finish is lingering, long and beautifully mineral. – Squadra Vajra

A very exuberant yet delicate nose of rose petals, clementine peel and raspberries. The palate is medium-bodied with supple red fruit and silky tannins. Very pleasant. Drink now or hold. 94 points. Jacobo García Andrade, jamessuckling.com Jan 2026