G.D. Vajra 'Clare J.C.' Langhe Nebbiolo, Piedmont, Italy
G.D. Vajra 'Clare J.C.' Langhe Nebbiolo, Piedmont, Italy
Call or chat to determine availability
The 2024 G.D. Vajra 'Claré J.C.' Langhe Nebbiolo, Piedmont, Italy is a vibrant and unconventional expression of Nebbiolo that pays tribute to the lighter, fresher wines of Piedmont’s past. Inspired by a 1606 winemaking note from the royal jeweler Gian Battista Croce, this bottling captures the spirit of early Nebbiolo through minimal intervention, a dash of fizz, and radiant red fruit. Crafted from young vines on the Vajra estate, Claré J.C. is a modern love letter to tradition, balancing innovation and historic reverence with every sip.
Product Details:
- Producer: G.D. Vajra
- Vintage: 2024
- Wine Type: Still Red
- Grape Variety: 100% Nebbiolo
- Region: Piedmont, Italy
- Appellation: Langhe DOC
- Farming Practices: Organic certified, low-intervention
- Alcohol: 14.0%
- Closure: Cork
- Aging: Short stainless steel aging; bottled in February 2024
Sensory Description:
Bright ruby in the glass with the hallmark hues of youthful Nebbiolo, this wine opens with a perfume of mountain berries, cassis, raspberry, and purple florals, touched by delicate licorice. On the palate, it is lively and approachable, with a faint spritz and a crunchy texture. Flavors of orange peel, tart cherry, and fresh herbs glide to a clean, mouthwatering finish that embodies freshness, vibrancy, and joy.
Winemaker's Background:
Founded in 1972 by Aldo and Milena Vajra and named for Aldo’s father, G.D. Vajra is one of Barolo’s most revered family-run estates. With deep roots in Vergne and holdings across Barolo’s prestigious crus, the family cultivates 40 hectares with organic certification and a firm commitment to biodiversity. G.D. Vajra is known for reviving forgotten traditions and producing wines that are both authentic and innovative. Claré J.C. is one of their most distinctive projects, recreating historic winemaking styles and showcasing Nebbiolo’s versatility. Today, their children Giuseppe, Francesca, and Isidoro carry on the family legacy with heartfelt dedication and curiosity.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve chilled at 12–14°C. Claré J.C. is ideal for casual gatherings, outdoor lunches, and curious palates. Pair it with salumi, grilled vegetables, light pastas, or even picnic fare. Its light spritz and red-fruited charm make it a refreshing companion to charcuterie, roast poultry, or simple tomato-based dishes.
This spirited take on Nebbiolo offers a window into Piedmont’s vinous past with a youthful pulse and playful precision—perfect for the adventurous drinker seeking history in a bottle.

-
We ship wine orders over $100 to most states, including Alaska. Verify your address at checkout.
-
Get hand delivery within 20 miles of our LoDo store including most of Denver.
-
Stop by for weekly wine, beer, and spirits tastings and chat with booze experts, or message our experts directly.
Explore More Red Wines
-
Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe 'La Crau' Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France
Regular price $559.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Azelia di Luigi Scavino 'San Rocco', Barolo DOCG, Italy
Regular price $457.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Matteo Correggia 'La Val dei Preti' Riserva Roero DOCG, Italy
Regular price $369.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Opus One Red Blend, Oakville AVA, California
Regular price From $338.00Regular priceUnit price / per$389.99Sale price From $338.00Savings -
Tesseron Estate 'Pym-Rae' Bordeaux Red Blend, Napa Valley, California
Regular price $325.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia Bolgheri, Tuscany, Italy
Regular price $290.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Emidio Pepe Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Italy
Regular price $269.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
G.D. Vajra 'Bricco delle Viole', Barolo DOCG, Italy
Regular price $227.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Joseph Phelps 'Insignia' Bordeaux Red Blend, Napa Valley, California
Regular price $225.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Poderi Oddero Barolo DOCG, Piedmont, Italy
Regular price $179.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Casanuova delle Cerbaie Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany, Italy
Regular price $140.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California
Regular price $134.00Regular priceUnit price / per$169.99Sale price $134.00Savings
Wine Dispensary
Wine Club Monthly Membership

Explore Sommelier Selections
-
Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia Bolgheri, Tuscany, Italy
Regular price $290.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California
Regular price $134.00Regular priceUnit price / per$169.99Sale price $134.00Savings -
Cierto Tequila 'Private Collection' Reposado, Jalisco, Mexico
Regular price $129.99Regular priceUnit price / per -
Springbank 10 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Campbeltown, Scotland
Regular price $120.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Ken Wright Cellars 'Auric' Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon
Regular price $115.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Blue Run High Rye Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Regular price $105.99Regular priceUnit price / per -
Barrell Craft Spirits 'Batch 032' Cask Strength 5 Year Old Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Kentucky
Regular price $96.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Cierto Tequila 'Private Collection' Blanco, Jalisco, Mexico
Regular price $95.99Regular priceUnit price / per -
Talnua Distillery 'Virgin White Oak Cask' Single Pot Still American Whiskey, Colorado
Regular price $84.99Regular priceUnit price / per -
Xanadu 'Reserve' Chardonnay, Margaret River, Australia
Regular price From $82.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Rabbit Hole 'Cavehill' Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Regular price $72.99Regular priceUnit price / per -
Smith-Madrone Cabernet Sauvignon, Spring Mountain District, Napa Valley, California
Regular price $72.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
ArteNOM 'Seleccion de 1579' Tequila Anejo, Jalisco, Mexico
Regular price $63.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
SRC 'Rivaggi' Etna Rosso, Sicily, Italy
Regular price $62.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Cruse Wine Co. 'Charles Heintz Vineyard' Syrah, Sonoma Coast, California
Regular price From $60.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Bledsoe Family Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, Walla Walla Valley, Washington
Regular price $57.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Batch House Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey, Westminster, Colorado
Regular price $55.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Collet ‘Art Deco’ Premier Cru Brut Champagne, France
Regular price From $50.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
ExtraDimensional Wine Co. 'Mountain Echoes' Orange, Central Coast, California
Regular price $45.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Kovacs Nimrod Winery 'Sky' Grand Cru Furmint, Eger, Hungary
Regular price From $45.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Domaine 47°N 3°E 'Guillaume Michaut' Chablis, Burgundy, France
Regular price $43.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Domaine Drouhin 'Arthur' Chardonnay, Dundee Hills, Oregon
Regular price $42.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Tanqueray 'No. Ten' Gin
Regular price $40.99Regular priceUnit price / per -
Pax Syrah, North Coast, California
Regular price $40.00Regular priceUnit price / per
Sign up for The Inside Pour
Our email subscribers are always kept in the know with the best deals. No BS, just great offers.