{"product_id":"icardi-barolo-fossati-2018","title":"Icardi Barolo Fossati 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eIcardi Barolo Fossati 2018 is a classic expression of Nebbiolo from one of Barolo’s respected crus, offering the structure, fragrance, and depth that have made Barolo one of Italy’s most celebrated wines. The Fossati vineyard brings added finesse and definition, giving the wine a precise, site-driven character that stands out within the appellation’s long history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it typically shows a garnet-red hue with the brick-toned edges expected of Barolo. The nose is layered and refined, with aromas of rose petals, dried cherries, red berries, licorice, tobacco, and subtle earthy notes, often developing hints of tar, spice, and truffle with air.\n\nOn the palate, it is elegant yet firmly structured, with vibrant acidity, polished tannins, and concentrated flavors of sour cherry, plum, dried herbs, and sweet spice. Like all serious Nebbiolo-based Barolo, it is built for aging and will continue to evolve beautifully over the years, gaining complexity, softness, and tertiary depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Fossati cru in Barolo is known for producing wines with fine aromatic lift and a balanced, mineral-inflected profile, shaped by Piedmont’s cool continental climate and the region’s limestone- and clay-rich soils. Nebbiolo is typically harvested by hand at full ripeness, with careful selection in the vineyard to preserve fruit purity and tannic quality. Vinification for Barolo generally involves traditional maceration and fermentation to extract color and structure, followed by maturation in wood to integrate the wine and support long-term aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an excellent match for rich Piedmontese dishes such as braised beef, veal shank, truffle risotto, mushroom pasta, and aged hard cheeses like Parmigiano Reggiano or Castelmagno. Serve at 16–18°C, and decant for at least 1–2 hours if drinking young to help the wine open up and soften its tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIcardi is a family-run producer from Piedmont known for crafting wines that reflect the character of their vineyards with care and precision. The estate has earned a strong reputation for quality-focused winemaking and for producing expressive wines that highlight the elegance and power of local varieties, especially Nebbiolo and Barbera. Within the region, Icardi is respected for combining tradition with a clear emphasis on terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Icardi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255370207569,"sku":"XW-59810","price":61.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/icardi-barolo-fossati-2018_59810_1_6581d006-3c32-418f-ae92-59154c101806.webp?v=1783458586","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/icardi-barolo-fossati-2018","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}