Icardi
Barolo Parej 2019
| Denomination | DOCG Barolo |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | Aged for 36 months in French oak barrels |
- Pure Nebbiolo: Barolo DOCG 2019, still red wine, organic and biodynamic
- Aged in oak: 36 months in French oak barrels for soft and velvety tannins
- Aromatic profile: notes of cherry and rose, with hints of tobacco, cinchona, vanilla and spices
- Ideal serving: decant for 1 hour and serve at 16-18°C to enhance its elegance
- Pairings: roasts, game, lamb, creamy risottos and mature cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Icardi Barolo Parej is a still red wine that faithfully embodies the expression of Nebbiolo. Its deep ruby colour with garnet highlights anticipates a complex bouquet of cherry, rose, tobacco, cinchona and vanilla. On the palate, it is full and velvety, with a juicy structure and a soft body. The typical Piedmontese tannins are well balanced, leading to a persistent finish with elegant spicy notes. It is recommended to decant for one hour before serving with roasts, game or mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
This red originates between the Bassa Langa and Monferrato, specifically in Castiglione Tinella. The Icardi winery cultivates forty-year-old vines, which are essential for giving the grapes a high aromatic concentration. The agriculture follows the principles of organic and biodynamic viticulture, working in harmony with the ecosystem. This dedication enhances the natural qualities of Nebbiolo, defining a classic and structured profile true to Barolo, an authentic expression of a family-run estate.
How it is produced
The vinification aims to preserve the varietal characteristics of Nebbiolo, followed by a long maturation. The ageing of thirty-six months in French oak barrels rounds out the sip, enriching it with hints of fern and juniper. Resting in wood ensures balance, freshness and a fine complexity. This meticulous process guarantees an ageing potential of over twenty-five years, making it an excellent connoisseur's wine, ideal to let evolve over time to accompany rich and structured dishes.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1914, the family-run Icardi winery signs the prestigious Barolo Parej 2019, an authentic jewel of Piedmont. Born between the Langhe and Monferrato from 40-year-old historic vineyards, cultivated according to strict biodynamic and organic practices, this masterpiece by Claudio Icardi enhances pure Nebbiolo. The 36 months of ageing in French oak barrels gives this renowned wine extraordinary longevity. The 2019 vintage, multi-awarded and praised by critics, offers every enthusiast an unforgettable connoisseur's wine.
Awards
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2019
4Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2019
92/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2019
96/100
One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2019
89/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2019
3Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
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2019
91/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
Over 25 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1914
- Oenologist: Claudio Icardi
- Bottles produced: 330.000
- Hectares: 48
Our farm is located in Castiglione Tinella, in the province of Cuneo, on the border between the lower Langa and the Monferrato. Here, the hills extend as far as the eye can see, making Castiglione Tinella one of the most wine-growing municipalities in Italy, with over 90% of the land cultivated as vineyards. The rocks that descend towards the Tinella and Belbo valleys frame the carefully combed rows of vines and the patches of woodland that interrupt the geometry of the vineyards, offering a unique setting. Read more
| Name | Icardi Barolo Parej 2019 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Barolo DOCG |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Icardi |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1914, the family-run Icardi winery signs the prestigious Barolo Parej 2019, an authentic jewel of Piedmont. Born between the Langhe and Monferrato from 40-year-old historic vineyards, cultivated according to strict biodynamic and organic practices, this masterpiece by Claudio Icardi enhances pure Nebbiolo. The 36 months of ageing in French oak barrels gives this renowned wine extraordinary longevity. The 2019 vintage, multi-awarded and praised by critics, offers every enthusiast an unforgettable connoisseur's wine. |
| Origin | Castiglione Tinella, province of Cuneo (Piedmont), between Bassa Langa and Monferrato |
| Production technique | Aged for 36 months in French oak barrels |
| Wine making | Ageing in large barrels for 30 months. |
| Aging | Aged for 36 months in French oak barrels |
| Total acidity | 6.0 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 0.3 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |