Icardi
Barolo Serra Riserva 2016
| Denomination | DOCG Barolo Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | The wine matures in large 5,000-litre barrels for about 50–60 months. |
- Name and grape variety: Barolo DOCG Riserva made from 100% organic Nebbiolo
- Extended ageing: matured for 50–60 months in large barrels for a more harmonious structure
- Complex bouquet: notes of violet, red fruit jam, liquorice, pepper and vanilla
- Taste and body: dry, balanced tannins, elegant finish; alcohol content 14.5%
- Serving and pairings: decant for 1 hour; serve at 18–20 °C with game and mature cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Icardi Barolo Serra Riserva is an organic red wine that precisely expresses the elegance of the Nebbiolo grape variety. In the glass, it displays a bright ruby red colour with warm orange highlights. On the nose, it releases an ethereal and complex bouquet, where aromas of violet and red fruit jam blend with hints of liquorice, pepper and vanilla. On the palate, it boasts a solid structure, supported by dry and balanced tannins. After adequate decanting, it pairs perfectly with pork dishes, game and long-aged cheeses.
Where it comes from
This red is born in Piedmont and is a proud representative of the prestigious Barolo Riserva denomination. Production is overseen by Icardi, a winery founded in 1914 and now led by oenologist Claudio Icardi. The company operates with full respect for the land, following the principles of organic farming and environmental sustainability. The exclusive use of Nebbiolo grapes captures the authentic vocation of its place of origin, ensuring the wine has a long ageing potential.
How it is produced
Vinification begins with the crushing and destemming of the bunches. The must undergoes skin maceration at a controlled temperature for twelve to fifteen days, supported by frequent pumping over to ensure proper extraction of colour and structure. The wine then matures in large barrels for about fifty to sixty months. This slow rest in wood defines the aromatic profile and smooths the texture, preparing it perfectly to be served at an optimal temperature between eighteen and twenty degrees.
History and Curiosities
Born from the historic Piedmontese winery Icardi, founded in 1914, this exceptional organic Barolo DOCG Riserva encapsulates over a century of winemaking passion. Under the guidance of Claudio Icardi, the wine matures patiently for 50-60 months in large barrels, ensuring a cellar ageing potential of 10-15 years. This sustainable excellence, awarded 94 points by James Suckling, blends prestige and nature. Its refined ethereal bouquet, combined with dry tannins, enhances the table, pairing magnificently with game and mature cheeses.
Awards
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2016
5Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2016
94/100
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.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 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 Serra Riserva 2016 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Barolo DOCG |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Icardi |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born from the historic Piedmontese winery Icardi, founded in 1914, this exceptional organic Barolo DOCG Riserva encapsulates over a century of winemaking passion. Under the guidance of Claudio Icardi, the wine matures patiently for 50-60 months in large barrels, ensuring a cellar ageing potential of 10 5 years. This sustainable excellence, awarded 94 points by James Suckling, blends prestige and nature. Its refined ethereal bouquet, combined with dry tannins, enhances the table, pairing magnificently with game and mature cheeses. |
| Origin | Piedmont, Italy |
| Fermentation | 12–15 days |
| Production technique | After crushing and destemming, maceration on the skins at a controlled temperature with frequent pumping over for 12–15 days |
| Wine making | After crushing and destemming the grapes, the must ferments in maceration on the skins at a controlled temperature with frequent pump-overs to ensure the correct extraction of colour and tannins; the maceration lasts 12–15 days. |
| Aging | The wine matures in large 5,000-litre barrels for about 50–60 months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |