"I think this wine has turned a corner and really starts to shine better than the notes that Galloni has in his review. This shows unreal texture and richness for the varietal, but really keeps everything well pinned together with it's fresh and vibrant acid and fruit profile. Day 2 is where the purity of the varietal really shines, as this shows the great herbaceous and silky elegance it's so often known for. The richness calms down just enough to show more of the underlying character without giving up any quality. This will turn out as good as the last few vintages should."
91 Antonio Galloni - Vinous
"The 2009 Langhe Freisa Kye is beautiful in this vintage, even if it doesn’t have the visceral thrill of some previous years. The heat seems to have baked out much of the varietal character, resulting in a wine that is silky, racy and polished, but maybe too much so for its own good. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2019.
Aldo and Milena Vajra are among the quietest and most introspective of Piedmont’s top echelon growers. It is the wines that do the talking here, and they do that ever so eloquently. The estate’s continued focus on excellence throughout their entire range comes through in spades in these new releases. One of the most interesting wines I tasted during my most recent visit might never be released, but it speaks to the high level of quality that is synonymous with the Vajra name. Some years ago, the Vajras purchased a plot in the Ravera vineyard planted with Nebbiolo. The vineyards are now about 15 years old, but the Vajras have never released a Barolo from this site because they don’t think the wine is important enough for their label. I tasted the 2008 from tank and can only say most producers would kill to have a wine of this level in their cellar. But at Vajra, it remains a work in progress. I hope the Vajras will decide to bottle this Barolo one day, as it seems a crime to deprive the world of this terrific Barolo. For those who are wondering, the Ravera is closer to the Barolo Bricco delle Viole than the Barolo Albe stylistically."
