{"product_id":"vajra-g-d-langhe-freisa-kye-2023","title":"Vajra G.D. Langhe Freisa Kye 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVajra Freisa Kyè Langhe Rosso is an organic still wine that expresses the energy of an ancient Piedmontese grape variety, Freisa. With a translucent garnet colour, it offers a bouquet rich in rose petals, wild strawberries and cherries in spirit, combined with delicate hints of white pepper and cloves. On the palate, it reveals itself as a \u003cstrong\u003ejuicy and structured wine\u003c\/strong\u003e, characterised by \u003cstrong\u003efine and enveloping tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e that provide depth and freshness, finishing with a pleasantly persistent aftertaste. It is ideal paired with \u003cstrong\u003egame meats and mature cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e, showing its best after an hour of decanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis label originates in Piedmont, within the renowned Langhe area. The Vajra winery cultivates its vines at the highest point of the Barolo municipality, managing the vineyards with sustainable practices for over fifty years. The Freisa grapes come from historic plots characterised by \u003cstrong\u003ealluvial soils rich in minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which impart great vibrancy to the sip. The name Kyè means “who is it?”, evoking the surprise towards this \u003cstrong\u003enative grape variety\u003c\/strong\u003e genetically related to Nebbiolo, once forgotten and now a symbol of profound \u003cstrong\u003erespect for the land\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe harvest takes place at the end of September through a rigorous \u003cstrong\u003etriple manual selection\u003c\/strong\u003e: directly in the vineyard, on sorting tables and finally berry by berry after delicate destemming. The vinification involves a slow fermentation, followed by a spontaneous malolactic fermentation that provides stability and aromatic cleanliness. The ageing lasts for twenty-six months and takes place mainly in \u003cstrong\u003elarge Slavonian oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, a long \u003cstrong\u003erest in wood\u003c\/strong\u003e that softens the natural vigour of the grape variety and ensures remarkable ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name \u003cstrong\u003eKyè\u003c\/strong\u003e, which means “who is it?” in dialect, evokes the wonder inspired by a long-forgotten native grape variety. Genetically related to the prestigious Nebbiolo, \u003cstrong\u003eFreisa\u003c\/strong\u003e boasts a historic and profound connection with Piedmont. G.D. Vajra, a historic family-run winery located at the highest point of Barolo, has been enhancing this variety since 1989. The organic grapes come from two historic plots with alluvial soils rich in minerals and are harvested at the end of September with a \u003cstrong\u003etriple manual selection\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vajra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45699774316715,"sku":"58557","price":29.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/vajra-g-d-langhe-freisa-kye-2023_58557_1_ee5cf0b4-778c-4558-b0bc-c5af07180c05.webp?v=1773786339","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-uk\/products\/vajra-g-d-langhe-freisa-kye-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}