{"product_id":"icardi-barolo-serra-riserva-2016","title":"Icardi Barolo Serra Riserva 2016","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIcardi 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 \u003cstrong\u003eethereal and complex bouquet\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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 \u003cstrong\u003edry and balanced tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e. After adequate decanting, it pairs perfectly with pork dishes, \u003cstrong\u003egame\u003c\/strong\u003e and long-aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis red is born in Piedmont and is a proud representative of the prestigious \u003cstrong\u003eBarolo Riserva denomination\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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 \u003cstrong\u003eenvironmental sustainability\u003c\/strong\u003e. The exclusive use of Nebbiolo grapes captures the authentic vocation of its place of origin, ensuring the wine has a \u003cstrong\u003elong ageing potential\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinification begins with the crushing and destemming of the bunches. The must undergoes \u003cstrong\u003eskin maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003cstrong\u003elarge barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003cstrong\u003eoptimal temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e between eighteen and twenty degrees.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn from the historic Piedmontese winery Icardi, founded in 1914, this exceptional organic \u003cstrong\u003eBarolo DOCG Riserva\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003cstrong\u003e94 points by James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e, blends prestige and nature. Its \u003cstrong\u003erefined ethereal bouquet\u003c\/strong\u003e, combined with dry tannins, enhances the table, pairing magnificently with game and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Icardi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44514700525739,"sku":"50236","price":77.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/icardi-barolo-serra-riserva-2016_50236_1_bfabce1b-2ef0-4875-bd46-2c0b87dae00a.webp?v=1773727838","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/products\/icardi-barolo-serra-riserva-2016","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}