G. D. Vajra Barolo Coste di Rose '19

Crafted by G. D. Vajra, the Barolo Coste Di Rose 2019 is a highly esteemed Italian Barolo wine that has garnered critical acclaim. With a score of 96 points from Wine Enthusiast, this wine exudes elegance and structure, offering enticing aromas of rose petal, wild berry, and baking spice. On the palate, notes of crushed raspberry, white pepper, and star anise interplay harmoniously with fine-grained tannins and lively acidity. James Suckling awarded it 95 points, praising its complexity with flavors of red cherry, rose, licorice, and tar, culminating in a long, persistent finish. Vinous also lauded this wine with 94 points for its ripe cherry, rose petal, and cedar aromas, leading to a palate rich in red fruit, earth, and spice. Made using traditional methods, including stainless steel fermentation and oak aging, this Barolo possesses depth and balance, ideal for pairing with hearty dishes like braised lamb or truffle risotto.