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Luca Maroni: awards for Icardi

Stefania del Giudice — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 07:49:12 +0000

Nice Luca Maroni reviews for Icardi‘s wines.

Moscato d’Asti La Rosa Selvatica 2024

“A graceful name for a wine with a perfume reminiscent of wild roses.“

Points

Pafoj Bianco 2024

“Pafoj: assemblage of Cortese and Sauvignon aged in barrique and Chardonnay aged in steel tanks. Relax, “we aren’t crazy.”

Points

Barbera d’Asti Tabaren 2024

“Tabaren (from the French “tabarin”) was a venue used for theatre plays, art and dancing. We are all better dancers after a couple of glasses of wine.”

Points

Barolo Riserva Serra 2019

“Presents a complex and ethereal bouquet with aromas of violets, red fruit jam and licorice but also spices such as pepper and vanilla.”

Points

Barolo Fossati 2021

At the beginning then ethereal and balsamic notes of mint, eucaliptus and liquorice.”

Points

Barolo Parej 2021

“PAREJ: “In this way” – this is how Barolo wine should be, an assemblage of nebbiolo grapes coming from 3 different areas “

Points

Barbaresco Starderi 2022

“Soft pressing after that a spontaneous natural fermentation with indigenous yeast.”

Points

2 SOULS, 1 COMPANY

Early in the Sixties Mr. Pierino began producing his own wine starting off a quality trend that remains a key feature of our company nowadays. Pierino’s son and daughter, Claudio and Mariagrazia, are now managing the company in their father’s footsteps.

The Winery is located in Castiglione Tinella, within the Province of Cuneo, between the Lower Langa and the Monferrato Regions. Rolling hills almost completely covered in vineyards are visible as far as the eye can see and make Castiglione Tinella one of the liveliest towns in Italy. The cliffs running down towards the valleys Tinella and Belbo frame the vineyards and the wood patches, creating a unique landscape.

The extension of the vineyards allows our company’s production to cover all types of wines available in the South of Piedmont. Icardi’s style is renowned around the world for its significantly fruity, refined, clean and elegant wines. The balanced flavour of both regular and “more important” wines can be appreciated immediately after production.

Discover the world of Icardi Vini ….

take a look at their website:

or watch this video

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Kerin O’Keefe’s 2025 Top 100

Stefania del Giudice — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:00:23 +0000

Kerin O’Keefe’s 2025 Top 100: nice awards for Massolino, Paltrinieri and Patrizia Cencioni.

Their Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda, Lambrusco Radice and Brunello Ofelio are in the 2025 TOP 100 wines. Congratulations!

#14 of 2025: Massolino’s Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda 2019 with 98 Points

"The impressive 2019 Vigna Rionda Riserva from Massolino captivates with its combination of structure, intensity and elegance. It opens with classic Barolo aromas of red berry, wild rose, dark spice, leather and a balsamic whiff of camphor that on the composed, full-bodied palate segue into more defined sensations of crushed raspberry, cranberry, licorice and tobacco. Showing the nuance of this extraordinary vintage, it’s still youthfully austere, with a backbone of firm, fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity that lends youthful tension. This is one I’d love to try again in ten years or so. Drink 2034–2049"

Kerin O'Keefe

#61 of 2025
Patrizia Cencioni’s Brunello di Montalcino Ofelio 2021 with 96 Points

"The Patrizia Cencioni 2021 Brunello Ofelio is a stunning wine. It opens with heady scents of sandalwood, underbrush, lavender, Mediterranean scrub, new leather and cedar. Picking up where the nose leaves off, the full-bodied, focused palate delivers ripe red plum, black cherry, licorice and vanilla set against firm, fine-grained tannins and bright acidity. Still quite young and primary, this promises great aging potential so give it time to fully develop. Drink 2033–2046."

Kerin O'Keefe

#94 of 2025: Paltrinieri’s Lambrusco di Sorbara Radice 2024 with 94 Points

"The 2024 Radice, a benchmark wine in the denomination along with its sibling Leclisse, opens with delicately enticing aromas of small red berry, violet, lavender, citrus and wild herb. Showing great racy tension, the palate is bone-dry and savory, featuring pomegranate, cranberry, blood orange and saline notes. Made with the ancestral method of bottling the wine while still on its lees, as you get toward the bottom of the bottle, you’ll also find yeasty flavors recalling brioche. Bright acidity and a fine fizz provide energy and finesse."

Kerin O'Keefe

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James Suckling: awards for Icardi

Stefania del Giudice — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 08:37:57 +0000

Nice James Suckling reviews for Icardi‘s wines.

Barolo Riserva Serra 2018

“Presents a complex and ethereal bouquet with aromas of violets, red fruit jam and licorice but also spices such as pepper and vanilla.”

Points

Barbaresco Montubert 2021

“Complex and elegant, with a floral aroma of violets and blueberries.”

Points

Barolo Fossati 2019

At the beginning then ethereal and balsamic notes of mint, eucaliptus and liquorice.”

Points

Barolo Parej 2020

“PAREJ: “In this way” – this is how Barolo wine should be, an assemblage of nebbiolo grapes coming from 3 different areas”

Points

Barbaresco Starderi 2021

“Soft pressing after that a spontaneous natural fermentation with indigenous yeast”

Points

Pafoj Rosso 2021

“Pafoj: we aren’t crazy. A new style for a classic wine.”

Points

2 SOULS, 1 COMPANY

Discover the world of Icardi Vini ….

take a look at their website:

or watch this video

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Luca Maroni: awards for Icardi

Stefania del Giudice — Mon, 02 Sep 2024 12:40:10 +0000

Nice Luca Maroni reviews for Icardi‘s wines.

Pafoj Bianco 2023

“Pafoj: assemblage of Cortese and Sauvignon aged in barrique and Chardonnay aged in steel tanks. Relax, “we aren’t crazy.”

Points

Barbera d’Asti Tabaren 2023

“Tabaren (from the French “tabarin”) was a venue used for theatre plays, art and dancing. We are all better dancers after a couple of glasses of wine.”

Points

Moscato d’Asti La Rosa Selvatica 2023

“A graceful name for a wine with a perfume reminiscent of wild roses.“

Points

Barolo Riserva Serra 2018

“Presents a complex and ethereal bouquet with aromas of violets, red fruit jam and licorice but also spices such as pepper and vanilla.”

Points

Cortese Balera 2023

“A party wine: “balera” was the venue where our grandparents used to go dancing.”

Points

Nebbiolo Langhe Suris Ivan 2022

“Surìsjvan, or “Smile of Ivan”, is dedicated to Claudio’s son.”

Points

Barolo Parej 2020

“PAREJ: “In this way” – this is how Barolo wine should be, an assemblage of nebbiolo grapes coming from 3 different areas “

Points

Barbaresco Starderi 2021

“Soft pressing after that a spontaneous natural fermentation with indigenous yeast.”

Points

Barbaresco Montubert 2021

“Complex and elegant, with a floral aroma of violets and blueberries.”

Points

Barolo Fossati 2019

At the beginning then ethereal and balsamic notes of mint, eucaliptus and liquorice.”

Points

Pafoj Rosso 2021

“Pafoj: we aren’t crazy. A new style for a classic wine.”

Points

2 SOULS, 1 COMPANY

Discover the world of Icardi Vini ….

take a look at their website:

or watch this video

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Icardi: Luca Maroni Awards

Petra Pelle — Tue, 17 Oct 2023 11:57:53 +0000

Luca Maroni awarded 9 wines from Icardi with high ratings:

Wine ratings Luca Maroni:

100-point scheme:

The wine ratings from Luca Maroni are based on a 100-point scheme. However, there is always a maximum given of 99 points on the ground that there is no such thing as a perfect 100-point wine.

In his annual Annuario dei Migliori Vini Italiani, the wine critic assesses wines according to three categories:

First category: Consistency, in which colour and aroma intensity of the wines are evaluated.

Second category: Balance, which highlights the balance of aromatic components like acidity, fruit and tannins.

Third category: Integrity, in which the wines are analysed according to varietal and origin characteristics.

For each of these three categories, Luca Maroni awards a maximum of 33 points, which, when added together, result in the decisive final score of maximum 99 points.

We are very proud, that Icardi received 2 times 96 points(!) and as well the other 7 awarded wines received 93 points or more.

An overview of the wines:

Barolo Parej 2019

96 points

Moscato d’Asti

La Rosa Selvatica 2022

96 points

Cortese Balera 2022

94 points

Dolcetto Rousori 2022

94 points

Piemonte Bianco

Pafoj Bianco 2022

94 points

Barbera d’Asti Tabaren 2022

94 points

Langhe Nebbiolo Surisjvan 2021

93 points

Barbaresco Montubert 2020

93 points

Barbaresco Starderi 2019

93 points

Icardi:

The winery is located in Castiglione Tinella, within the Province of Cuneo, between the Lower Langa and the Monferrato Regions. Rolling hills almost completely covered in vineyards are visible as far as the eye can see and make Castiglione Tinella one of the liveliest towns in Italy. The cliffs running down towards the valleys Tinella and Belbo frame the vineyards and the wood patches, creating a unique landscape.

This is the tower that can be seen in the logo of Icardi

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Vini Buoni 2024

Stefania del Giudice — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 12:34:34 +0000

The results of the Vini Buoni d’Italia guide (Touring Club Italiano), edition 2024 have been published.

We are proud of all the crowns and the stars that some of our associated producers received.

Barolo Fossati 2018, Icardi
Lambrusco Leclisse 2022, Cantina Paltrinieri
Carignano del Sulcis Superiore Terre Brune 2019, Cantina Santadi
Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Riserva Crisio 2020, Casalfarneto
Orvieto Classico Superiore Campo del Guardiano 2020, Palazzone
Lugana Riserva Sergio Zenato 2020, Zenato

Lambrusco Leclisse 2022, Cantina Paltrinieri
Lambrusco LaRiserva 2021, Cantina Paltrinieri
Lambrusco Radice 2022, Cantina Paltrinieri
Lambrusco Piria 2022, Cantina Paltrinieri
Lambrusco Solco 2022, Cantina Paltrinieri
Orvieto Classico Superiore Campo del Guardiano 2020, Palazzone
Musco 2020, Palazzone
Orvieto Classico Terre Vineate 2022, Palazzone
Lagrein Riserva Laianus 2019, Weingut Klaus Lentsch
Lugana Riserva Sergio Zenato 2020, Zenato
Amarone Riserva Sergio Zenato 2017, Zenato
Lugana Santa Cristina 2022, Zenato
Lugana San Benedetto 2022, Zenato
Cresasso 2017, Zenato

Umbria Grechetto 2022, Palazzone
Piviere 2021, Palazzone
Lagrein Riserva Amperg 2020, Weingut Klaus Lentsch
Moscato Giallo 2022, Weingut Klaus Lentsch

….and moreover….

…Leclisse of Cantina Paltrinieri entered in the special list of the best 300 wines (awarded by the national curators of the Vini Buoni d’Italia, Mario Busso and Alessandro Scorsone).

Grapes: 100% Lambrusco Sorbara
Colour: Pale powder pink, with a very fine and persistent perlage
Nose: white floral scents, hawthorn, red apple skin, wild strawberry, with aromas of raspberry and vanilla
Taste: strong acidity and fresh finish, persistent and delicate with a fruity note. Dry, sharp and clean
Pairing: as an aperitif, paired with oysters or a tartare of raw fish, with a platter of cold cuts, with tortellini or meat bollito misto.

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Falstaff ratings for Icardi

Stefania del Giudice — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 11:37:26 +0000

Falstaff ratings for Icardi: the International magazine dedicated to wine, food and travel rated Icardi’s Parej and Montubert with 90 Points.

PAREJ means “IN THIS WAY”
This is how Barolo wine should be an assemblage of Nebbiolo grapes coming from 3 different areas

Nose: Rich and spicy

Colour: Zesty garned red

Taste: Ripe cherry aroma, pleasant for its smoothness

MONTUBERT is named after the vineyard that makes this elegant Barbaresco DOCG

Nose: Complex and elegant, with flower and violet aromas

Colour: Intense garnet red with Nebbiolo’s typical orange shades

Taste: Robust, dry and pleasantly tannic

Icardi’s philosophy:

“Today, as well as in the past, we still believe that the wine production happens in the vineyard more than in the cellar.
We deeply respect the cycle of the seasons and the rhythms of nature and for this reason we naturally follow the vineyards growing cycles and let flowers and plants grow between our grape rows.

We do not use nitrogen fertilisers but allow plants to naturally fix the nitrogen in the soil. We do not employ either herbicides or pesticides .

We improve the fertility of our soil through green manure.

We believe in thinning our vineyards, leaving behind only the best grapes, even when that means reducing our final production.

We allow shoots to grow freely without forcing them into place.

We carry out our work in full respect and protection of the environment we live in and we do that keeping hectares of uncultivated woods to foster animal and plant biodiversity.

We make genuine wines, as we are genuine people. We are proud farmers who have stayed true to their old traditions, keeping a strong bond with the soil.”

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Yes, Icardi did it again!

Stefania del Giudice — Tue, 20 Sep 2022 08:00:45 +0000

Yes, Icardi did it again!

Check out these recent awards of James Suckling…all of them > 92 Points.

Barolo Riserva Serra 2015

Points

Barolo Parej 2018

Points

Barbaresco Starderi 2018

Points

Barbaresco Montubert 2019

Points

ICARDI
proud farmers

2 SOULS, 1 COMPANY

Claudio Icardi
eonologist, he is the soul of the company

He inherited the passion for the vineyards from his father and added to it a personal and meticulous touch when working in the cellar. Extremely curious and visionary, he is always looking at the bigger picture. He is interested in organic farming and biodynamics and he happily spreads his in-depth knowledge to wine enthusiasts who want to know more.

Mariagrazia Icardi
the family traveller

She works with her brother Claudio, heading the marketing department. She spends most of the year abroad, meeting importers and taking part into international fairs to promote our products and export the “Made in Italy” quality brand to the world. Mariagrazia speaks Italian, English, French, German and Piedmontese.

ICARDI
the history

Early in the Sixties Mr. Pierino began producing his own wine starting off a quality trend that remains a key feature of our company nowadays. Pierino’s son and daughter, Claudio and Mariagrazia, are now managing the company in their father’s footsteps.

Find more info on their website

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Icardi’s awards’ update

Stefania del Giudice — Thu, 08 Sep 2022 07:10:08 +0000

Icardi‘s awards’ update: Luca Maroni 2023 assigned high ratings to Icardi’s wines.

Cascina Bricco del Sole Monferrato Rosso 2020: 91 Points
Moscato La Rosa Selvatica 2021: 96 Points
Pafoj Bianco 2021: 93 Points
Cortese Balera 2021: 94 Points
Barbera d’Asti Tabaren 2021: 94 Points
Dolcetto Rousori 2021: 92 Points
Barbera d’Asti Nuj Suj 2019: 95 Points
Pafoj Rosso 2018: 93 Points
Nebbiolo Langhe Suris Jvan 2020: 93 Points
Barbaresco Montubert 2019: 92 Points
Barolo Parej 2018: 93 Points
Barolo Fossati 2018: 92 Points
Barolo Riserva Serra 2016: 96 Points

ICARDI

The winery is located in Castiglione Tinella, within the Province of Cuneo, between the Lower Langa and the Monferrato Regions.
Rolling hills almost completely covered in vineyards are visible as far as the eye can see and make Castiglione Tinella one of the liveliest towns in Italy.
The cliffs running down towards the valleys Tinella and Belbo frame the vineyards and the wood patches, creating a unique landscape.

Besides our properties in Castiglione Tinella, the producer bought plots of land in the best areas of the Langhe and Monferrato region.

Barolo: Properties in Fossati.
La Morra: Properties in
Sant’Anna.
Serralunga d’Alba: Properties in Serra.
Neive: Properties in Montubert, properties in Serra Capelli and properties in Starderi.
Castagnole Lanze: Bricco del Sole, properties in Collina Susasco and Moncucco.
Mombercelli: Properties in Bricco Moncucco.
Vinchio: Properties in Cascinotto and Fabaro.
Treiso: Properties in Ausario.

Fancy more info? Take a look at their website: www.icardivini.com

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Luca Maroni awards for Icardi

Stefania del Giudice — Thu, 11 Nov 2021 13:03:16 +0000

High Luca Maroni ratings for Icardi‘s wines.

Pafoj Bianco 2020: 96 Points
La Rosa Selvatica 2020: 96 Points
Barolo Parej 2017: 94 Points
Cortese Balera 2020: 94 Points
Barbaresco Starderi 2018: 93 Points
Barolo Serra Riserva 2015: 93 Points
Dolcetto Rousori 2020: 93 Points
Nebbiolo Langhe Surisjvan 2019: 93 Points
Barbera d’ Asti Tabaren 2020: 92 Points
Barbaresco Montubert 2018: 92 Points
Barolo Fossati 2017: 92 Points

Well done!

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