Icardi
Barbaresco Starderi 2021
| Denomination | DOCG Barbaresco |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | In large casks for 24 months. |
- Grape variety and style: 100% Nebbiolo, still organic red Barbaresco DOCG
- Ageing: 24 months in large wooden barrels for soft tannins and a balanced structure
- Aromas: notes of wild berries, potpourri, talcum powder, wood and tobacco
- Serving: decant for one hour and serve at 18-20°C for a harmonious taste
- Pairings and awards: ideal with meat and cheese; 5 Bibenda bunches, 92 pts Suckling
Description
What kind of wine it is
Starderi by Icardi is an organic red wine with a truly Piedmontese character. Made from Nebbiolo grapes, it displays a garnet colour with a ruby core. On the nose, it elegantly reveals aromas of wild berries, potpourri and subtle hints of tobacco. On the palate, it stands out for its juicy fruity flesh balanced with smooth tannins and a vibrant freshness. The long, savoury finish makes it the ideal pairing for meat dishes, game and cheeses.
Where it comes from
This wine originates in Piedmont, in the renowned vineyards of the municipality of Neive. Here, the vines sink their roots into calcareous-clay marl soils, perfect for imparting structure and aromatic finesse. Barbaresco represents a deep connection with an outstanding terroir, which Icardi enhances by highlighting the unique local microclimatic features. The result is a sip with a defined personality and a complex texture.
How it is produced
Vinification follows the principles of organic farming to preserve the purity of the grape variety. The wine matures for twenty-four months in large barrels, a crucial period for refining the tannins and balancing the structure. This process ensures an extraordinary ageing potential, capable of evolving for over ten years. To appreciate every nuance, it is recommended to decant for one hour and serve at a temperature of eighteen to twenty degrees.
History and Curiosities
The Icardi Barbaresco Starderi 2021 represents the excellence of the winery founded in 1914 in Piedmont. Under the guidance of oenologist Claudio Icardi, this organic Barbaresco DOCG is produced from fine Nebbiolo grapes grown in Neive. The skilful maturation in large barrels for 24 months shapes a red wine with exceptional longevity, estimated between 10 and 15 years. Praised by Bibenda and awarded 92 points by James Suckling, the 2021 vintage offers a rewarding tasting experience that celebrates the family's historic dedication to winemaking.
Awards
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2021
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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2021
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.
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 Barbaresco Starderi 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Barbaresco DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Icardi |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Icardi Barbaresco Starderi 2021 represents the excellence of the winery founded in 1914 in Piedmont. Under the guidance of oenologist Claudio Icardi, this organic Barbaresco DOCG is produced from fine Nebbiolo grapes grown in Neive. The skilful maturation in large barrels for 24 months shapes a red wine with exceptional longevity, estimated between 10 and 15 years. Praised by Bibenda and awarded 92 points by James Suckling, the 2021 vintage offers a rewarding tasting experience that celebrates the family's historic dedication to winemaking. |
| Origin | Neive (Piemonte) |
| Soil composition | Calcareous clay marls |
| Production technique | Ageing in large barrels for 24 months |
| Wine making | Ageing in large barrels for 24 months. |
| Aging | In large casks for 24 months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |