2019 G.D. Vajra "Kyè" Freisa Langhe
93VN
91JD
$54.99
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Vinous
Reviewed November 2022The 2019 Langhe Freisa Kyè is a gorgeous, exquisite wine. Picking a bit earlier has resulted in a Freisa that emphasizes energy over the more dense style that was in place here prior to 2015. Orange zest, raspberry, mint, sage and dried herbs. The style is more Nebbiolo-like than the more deep, concentrated and at times rustic Freisas of the past. 93+ (AG)
Professional Reviews
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Jeb Dunnuck
The 2019 Langhe Freisa Kye takes on a fresher approach in this vintage, with notes of wet stones, wild berries, and crunchy red plum. It still retains its dark mineral profile but has more tension and crunchy fruit. Pair this with Parmesan. (AF)
Notes
Kyè is G.D. Vajra's dry Freisa, a cuvée first made in 1989 and now bottled under the Langhe DOC. Its original San Ponzio planting dates to 1980 and lies within Bricco delle Viole. Vinous linked the 2019's greater freshness to earlier picking, describing raspberry, orange peel, mint and sage. Jeb Dunnuck's 2023 review also emphasized tension and crisp red-plum fruit, alongside the wine's darker mineral notes.
Details
| Type | Red Wine |
|---|---|
| Origin | Piedmont, Italy |
| Bottle Size | 750 mL |
| SKU | 2053058 |