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GD Vajra Sale
Rosé of the Day
Benchmark Italian Wines from Piedmont
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GD Vajra
GD Vajra Sale
Rosé of the Day
Benchmark Italian Wines from Piedmont
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GD Vajra
G.D. Vajra is responsible for some of the finest Barolos we offer and crafts some of the best quality entry-level wines from Italy’s Piedmont. Their lineup as a whole is unrivaled in Piedmont. At all price points, they craft benchmark wines against which all others are judged.
As we climb the ladder, there are small-production wines from rare grapes (Freisa) and the cellar-defender Barbera d’Abla selections and village-level Barolos. At the top end, we find single-vineyard Barolos including the Ravera, which goes for triple digits from others addresses. The Bricco delle Viole is the highest vineyard in Barolo, named for the violets that blossom across its southern exposure. In its position above the thick fogs, it receives the most sunlight with the earliest sunrise and latest sunset, as well as a wildly dramatic diurnal temperature swing. The wines are lifted with refined tannins and minerality. Coste di Rose is home to a wide range of soil types, including sandstone. Per Monica Larner of the Wine Advocate, this results in unique aromatics and a darker fruit profile than the Bricco delle Viole.
We’re proud to offer multiple vintages of these excellent Barolos and a wide range of the varietal wines and region blends. Stock up on these long-time customer and staff favorites now during our three-day sale.
As we climb the ladder, there are small-production wines from rare grapes (Freisa) and the cellar-defender Barbera d’Abla selections and village-level Barolos. At the top end, we find single-vineyard Barolos including the Ravera, which goes for triple digits from others addresses. The Bricco delle Viole is the highest vineyard in Barolo, named for the violets that blossom across its southern exposure. In its position above the thick fogs, it receives the most sunlight with the earliest sunrise and latest sunset, as well as a wildly dramatic diurnal temperature swing. The wines are lifted with refined tannins and minerality. Coste di Rose is home to a wide range of soil types, including sandstone. Per Monica Larner of the Wine Advocate, this results in unique aromatics and a darker fruit profile than the Bricco delle Viole.
We’re proud to offer multiple vintages of these excellent Barolos and a wide range of the varietal wines and region blends. Stock up on these long-time customer and staff favorites now during our three-day sale.
5% off any 4-8 in-stock bottles of GD Vajra
10% off any 9+ or more in-stock bottles of GD Vajra
Discount will not display online or in your cart,
We will adjust your invoice before processing your charge.
Sale ends Tuesday, August 19th at 9 am Pacific.
10% off any 9+ or more in-stock bottles of GD Vajra
Discount will not display online or in your cart,
We will adjust your invoice before processing your charge.
Sale ends Tuesday, August 19th at 9 am Pacific.
We offer fourteen in-stock GD Vajra options on sale now, including:
G.D. Vajra Barbera d’Alba 2023 750ml Displayed Price: $21.90, that’s $20.81 at 5% off and $19.71 at 10% off, 19 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 90 points “The 2023 Barbera d’Alba is packed with succulent dark red fruit. Plush, silky contours add to its immediacy and overall appeal. Plum, mocha and cedar build into the soft, succulent finish.”
G.D. Vajra Viola delle Viole Barbera d’Alba Superiore 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $31.50, that’s $29.93 at 5% off and $28.35 at 10% off, 36 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 93+ points “Just bottled, the 2021 Barbera d’Alba Superiore is fabulous. Rich and inky, with tremendous depth, the 2021 is so vibrant in the glass. Red/purplish fruit, lavender, sweet spice and mocha are all dialed up, with a kiss of French oak that adds raciness.”
G.D. Vajra Freisa ‘Kye’ Langhe Rosso 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $36, that’s $34.20 at 5% off and $32.40 at 10% off, 36+ bottles in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 92 points “The G.D. Vajra 2021 Langhe Freisa Kyè has a delicate bouquet with intertwined berry and floral elements that could recall Japanese cherry blossom or even a Sicilian almond blossom. Beyond that, the wine offers an interlude of fresh blue fruits with elderberry and juniper. It shows terrific freshness and more tart flavors to close.”
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
G.D. Vajra Bricco delle Viole, Barolo DOCG 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $89, that’s $84.55 at 5% off and $80.10 at 10% off, 25 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 96 points “The 2020 Barolo Bricco delle Viole, Vajra’s flagship, is very fine. Dark cherry, kirsch, blood orange, spice and lavender are nicely amplified. The 2020 is gracious and elegant, but its youthful Nebbiolo tannins will require some time to soften. The 2020 is another wine that captures my keen interests with its sublime balance. I would be thrilled to own it.”
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
G.D. Vajra Coste di Rose, Barolo DOCG 2018 750ml Displayed Price: $64.50, that’s $61.28 at 5% off and $58.05 at 10% off, 13 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 92 points “The 2018 Barolo Coste di Rose is a delicate, understated Barolo that will need a bit of time to fully emerge. There’s lovely purity to the fruit here, but also some angular contours that need to resolve. The 2018 is a mid-weight wine in the style of the vintage, and yet there is fine balance.”
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
G.D. Vajra Coste di Rose, Barolo DOCG 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $69, that’s $65.55 at 5% off and $62.10 at 10% off, 28 bottles in stock now
Wine Enthusiast 94 points “A Barolo of remarkable elegance and complexity. Lifted aromas of mixed wild berries, candied rose petals, cinnamon, and whole clove, are accompanied by warm, earthy notes. Tart cherries and cranberries dominate the palate, with woodsy undertones and chewy tannins that provide heft without overpowering. Savory and medicinal herbs linger on the finish, making this a captivating expression of this renowned cru. Drink Now – 2045.”
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
G.D. Vajra Ravera, Barolo DOCG 2018 750ml Displayed Price: $79, that’s $75.05 at 5% off and $71.10 at 10% off, 36+ bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 93 points “The 2018 Barolo Ravera is a powerful, tightly wound wine. Gravel, smoke, cured meats, spice, leather, tobacco and menthol emerge, but only with quite a bit of reticence. This deceptively mid-weight Barolo has a good bit of brawn. It will be interesting to see if the fruit emerges from behind the tannins.”
G.D. Vajra Ravera, Barolo DOCG 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $89, that’s $84.55 at 5% off and $80.10 at 10% off, 18 bottles in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 97 points “The organic G.D. Vajra 2019 Barolo Ravera (with fruit from the most sought-after cru in the village of Novello) reveals gorgeous tonality and color. The wine shines bright with dark ruby and garnet gemstone. Healthy Nebbiolo colors like this can be admired across the 2019 vintage. Ravera represents a union of different geologies from Barolo and Castiglione Falletto. The site has shown extraordinary versatility, especially in the face of climate change, to make wines of both strength and elegance. It is softly textured but also strong in fiber, with silky sensations followed by dark fruit and concentration. Ravera has a character all its own, and the operative word here is power.”
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
G.D. Vajra Ravera, Barolo DOCG 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $89, that’s $84.55 at 5% off and $80.10 at 10% off, 29 bottles in stock now
Wine Enthusiast 97 points “The Ravera cru, one of the estate’s prized holdings, is known for its calcareous soil and old vines that contribute to the wine’s depth and ageability. This Barolo showcases crushed raspberries and red currants intertwined with wild thyme and fresh laurel. Subtle notes of cinchona bark, whole cinnamon, and fresh porcini add complexity. On the palate, warmed mixed berry jam is dusted with crushed cloves, pepper, and earthy hints of truffle and underbrush. Fine and elegant tannins provide structure, while the well-balanced warmth envelops the senses like a comforting hug. Drink Now – 2045.”
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
G.D. Vajra Moscato d’Asti DOCG 2024 750ml Displayed Price: $16, that’s $15.20 at 5% off and $14.40 at 10% off, 32 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “With only 5.5% alcohol and a generous, creamy mousse, the 2024 Moscato d’Asti DOCG beautifully expresses the pure essence of fresh, sun-ripened grapes. The palate is lively and layered, unfolding an elegant floral bouquet interwoven with notes of golden apple, apricot, and candied peach. The finish is long, vibrant, and clean—inviting yet another joyful sip.”
Need to charm a red wine drinker with a palatable pink? This bone dry yet hefty rosé practically drinks like a red and is loaded with mineral and fruit notes. Flexible enough for salads and fish, this has the weight for ham and sausage-stuffing, too. All that, without sacrificing the refreshing and energic qualities of a top-notch rosé. This overachiever is under $25 and will pair effortlessly with classic dishes of the summer, fall, and winter.
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This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
Torre dei Beati Rosa-ae Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo 2024 750ml $24 special, 29 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 92 points “The 2024 Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo Rosa-Ae is a deep translucent red hue with violet shadings. It lifts from the glass with an enticing bouquet of white cherries, wildflowers and chalk dust. The 2024 is energetic and crisply refreshing, with depths of ripe strawberry fruits and tactile mineral tones that add lovely traction toward the close. This has a long, tense finish, with pleasantly chewy tannins, nuances of cranberry and rosy inner florals. Vibrant and intense, the 2024 is a real winner.”
In Stock Now:
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
Torre dei Beati Rosa-ae Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo 2024 750ml $24 special, 29 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 92 points “The 2024 Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo Rosa-Ae is a deep translucent red hue with violet shadings. It lifts from the glass with an enticing bouquet of white cherries, wildflowers and chalk dust. The 2024 is energetic and crisply refreshing, with depths of ripe strawberry fruits and tactile mineral tones that add lovely traction toward the close. This has a long, tense finish, with pleasantly chewy tannins, nuances of cranberry and rosy inner florals. Vibrant and intense, the 2024 is a real winner.”
Browse our 61 in-stock rosé selections now!
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Ridge
5% off any 4-8 in-stock bottles of Ridge
10% off any 9+ or more in-stock bottles of Ridge
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We will adjust your invoice before processing your charge.
Ridge sale ends Monday, August 18th at 9 am Pacific.