Alden Ridley

9.4

First tried this wine at one of my favorite restaurants in New York. Got my hands on another as a Christmas present from a friend who knows me too well. Notes of strawberry and licorice, silky smooth finish, truly great Nebbiolo — 4 months ago

Steven Heydemann

9.1

At age 55 it’s a bit faded. A little tired. But has an elegance and a weightless quality to it. Fruit not vivid but very much alive. Well balanced. This Granbussia, according to the label, was from Bricco Colonello fruit. Lovely. — 5 months ago

Peter van den Besselaar

9.1

Vintage 2020 | Top notch Barbera with power as well as elegance, sweet spices in smell — 7 months ago

Rick Stiles

9.5

I'll leave the detailed reviews to the professionals. I've had this in the seller for a few years. Finally opened, decanted, let it sit for about an hour. Fantastic tannins on the finish. Exactly what I like. Does not disappoint.  — 7 months ago

Greg Koslosky

9.2

Lovely Barolo from a ripe vintage really showed well after being decanted for an hour. — 4 months ago

Michael Walker

9.8

This one had good bones but the slightest hint of vinegar on both the nose and palate - and the telltale orange rim in the glass. Drinkable but maybe just OTH and couldn’t measure up to the previous reds — 5 months ago

Eric L.

9.8

Among some wonderful 2008 Barolos, this Cicala was a standout. Excellent length and complexity. — 7 months ago

Vino Joe

9.5

Expressive. Deep. Tannins reverberated. Just outstanding. — 4 months ago

Jessica Walkup

9.2

Great Italien wine paired with lasagna or pizza — 4 months ago

Sipping Fine Wine

9.3

Aldo Vaira took control of family vineyards in 1968, he was just 15 years old. Today, G.D. Vajra consists of 150 acres, mostly around the commune of Barolo. Ruby with a rich bouquet of fruit, spices & floral notes, fruit from several vineyards, aged 26 months in Slavonian oak. On the palate flavors of cherry & raspberry with notes of pepper, cinnamon & floral, slight earthy notes. Long finish, nice balance with fine soft tannins ending with earthy floral notes. Enjoyable now, a few more years will benefit. — 6 months ago