2023 Luigi Baudana - G.D. Vajra, Langhe Dragon Bianco

Luigi and Fiorina Baudana are the namesakes of the località Baudana, the hamlet just north of Serralunga d’Alba, and of the historical cru that lays on the western slope of the hill. It was thanks to Fiorina’s love and encouragement that the two decided to stop selling their family’s grapes to cooperatives and to start producing their own estate wines. The Vairas (GD Vaira) began making estate wines here in 2009, preserving the history of the land while enhancing its quality. The Vairas use organic farming and traditional methods in the cellar, allowing them to highlight the unique nuances of the Baudana and Cerretta crus. The Baudana Barolos, produced from just 4.1 hectares, showcase the intense and charming character of Serralunga d'Alba, with a production so limited it remains one of the most exclusive in the region.

"The 2023 Langhe Bianco Dragon is mostly Chardonnay, with touches of Sauvignon Blanc, Nascetta and Riesling. Pear, white flowers and tangerine oil inflections grace this expressive, mid-weight Bianco. Creamy, silky contours wrap it all together. Baudana's Dragon has come a long, long way in recent years." - Vinus