G.D. Vajra Dolcetto d'Alba 2011

The nose was earthy and floral with dark, mixed berry notes, hints of mountain herbs and chalky minerals. On the palate it was light to medium bodied with juicy acidity as notes of blackberry, with an herbal quality framed silky tannins that lasted through the long finish. I really enjoyed this value oriented wine with tons of character. When it was first opened, at cellar temp, it was easy drinking and great with dinner. However, as it rose to room temperature, this easy drinking beauty gained weight and lots of dark Dolcetto character. Plus, with it's firm structure making an appearance on the palate, I have to wonder what this wine may become with another year in the cellar. (90 points)

The nose was earthy and floral with dark, mixed berry notes, hints of mountain herbs and chalky minerals. On the palate it was light to medium bodied with juicy acidity as notes of blackberry, with an herbal quality framed silky tannins that lasted through the long finish. (90 points)

So silky smooth and full for a dolcetto! Incredible. Deep dark ruby red. Not a very fruity intense nose but get earthy dusty and slightly floral notes. medium-full bodied on the palate. Incredibly balanced, velvety with black berries and a long lasting marzipan peeled raw almond aftertaste! Smoothest dolcetto I have ever drank!

medium purple color . violets,red berry,plums,cherry+earth,dark fruit. dark+red fruit,good tanins,drying?,smooth,good structure,nice finish,touch green?