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Vajra Dolcetto Coste & Fossati 2018

Dolcetto from Barolo (sub-region), Barolo, Piedmont, Italy

$51

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Description

Dolcetto d’Alba DOC Coste & Fossati is a collection of ancient Dolcetto biotypes grouped by Aldo Vaira between 1979 and 1985. Cuttings were grafted in two of the estate best Barolo vineyards, Coste di Vergne and Fossati. These plants with a ‘red stalk’ create a limited production of the most intense and noble Dolcetto.

Fruit for Dolcetto d’Alba DOC Coste & Fossati is picked ‘late’ by Dolcetto standards, usually in second week of September. Hanging period is extensive, thanks to the white marl and high elevation that protect these blocks from thermic shock. Vinification lasts 15-20 days in vertical vats, custom designed for Vajra, at free temperature below 31°C. Gentle punchdown and pump-overs are used to rinse the cap. Spontaneous malolactic in stainless steel.

The Dolcetto d’Alba DOC Coste & Fossati is characterized by a fascinating vibrant purple color, deep and brilliant. A symphony of red and black fruits, sour cherry, with a long lovely finish of liquorice and menthol. – Giuseppe Vaira

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Why is this Wine so Yummy?

All my life I wondered how to create a Dolcetto of freshness and power that could age in time. A life long effort led us to Coste&Fossati, the quintessence of our finest vines.

Aldo Vaira

We had the great fortune to spend an afternoon with Guiseppe this year. His passion, and, his families passion, thoughtful, and, humble approach to their work is inspiring.

Listen to 🎧Giusseppe explore the history of Barolo, the estate, and, the wines.

About Vajra

Vajra Vineyards
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Vajra Nebbia

Vajra is one of those producers that, across their range, manages to deliver sophisticated, fun wines that are great expressions of fruit. Thankfully, unlike many, Giuseppe understands restraint and oak!

“I try to make wines that give people joy. In the past wine was a food, it was necessary for sustenance. Today that is not the case, we choose to drink for pleasure. I want to make wines that bring people happiness.” Aldo Vajra

The Vajra family has quietly amassed a serious collection of vineyards that make them one of Piedmont’s larger, family-owned estates, something they have accomplished while maintaining the already high level of their entry-level wines. Every wine in the range is absolutely delicious and full of personality. I can’t recommend these new releases highly enough. Antonio Galloni

Where in the World is Vajra?

Vajra’s holdings are spread across the Communes of Barolo, Novello & Serralunga (from the Baudana acquisition). They have additional plantings in Sinnio to the east of Serralunga. Coste e Fossati are in the Commune of Barolo.

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92 Points

The 2018 Dolcetto d'Alba Coste & Fossati is a gorgeous wine. Usually, the Coste & Fossati is a richer, bigger wine; the 2018, on the other hand, offers lovely mid-palate depth, but in a restrained, perfumed style that is hugely appealing. Dark red cherry, red plum, chocolate, licorice and spice all flesh out in this delicious and inviting Dolcetto from the Vajra family. The 2018 marks the second vintage of the return to submerged cap maceration, an approach the Vajra family used up until the late 1980s.

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

Where in the world does the magic happen?

G.D. VAJRA, Piazza della Vite e del Vino, Barolo, Province of Cuneo, Italy

Barolo
Barolo (sub-region)
Piedmont
Italy

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