2024 G.D. Vajra Langhe Rosso, Piedmont

G.D. Vajra is one of Piedmont's most admired family estates, celebrated for wines that combine authenticity, precision and a deep respect for the Langhe landscape. Founded by Aldo Vajra and now guided by the next generation, the winery has earned an international following through organic farming, traditional cellar practices and an unwavering commitment to expressing vineyard character. The Langhe Rosso is a wonderful reflection of that philosophy, bringing together local varieties in a vibrant, approachable red that punches well above its weight.

Drawn from carefully tended vineyards surrounding Barolo, the blend captures the freshness and diversity of the Langhe. The superb 2024 vintage provided ideal growing conditions, with warm days and cool evenings preserving aromatic lift while allowing the fruit to ripen evenly. Gentle fermentation and sensitive maturation in a combination of stainless steel and seasoned oak retain the wine's brightness and purity, resulting in a red that is both immediately appealing and unmistakably Piedmontese.

Bright ruby red in colour, the bouquet is fragrant and expressive, opening with ripe red cherry, blackberry and juicy plum, followed by notes of violet, dried herbs and a touch of sweet spice. As the wine evolves, hints of black pepper, cocoa nib and woodland earth add depth and complexity. The palate is medium bodied and silky, balancing generous dark and red berry fruit with supple tannins and lively acidity. Fresh, savoury and beautifully proportioned, it finishes with impressive length and a gentle mineral lift that invites another glass.

A versatile partner for charcuterie, wood fired pizza, pasta with rich tomato sauces, grilled sausages, herb roasted chicken or aged Taleggio. Enjoy its youthful vibrancy over the next five to seven years while the fruit remains fresh and expressive.