{"title":"February 2026 Class: Nicola Biscardo","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product__description rte quick-add-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__input product-form__quantity\" id=\"Quantity-Form-template--18212769792246__main\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"nicola-trabucco-erre-aglianico-2021","title":"Nicola Trabucco ERRE Aglianico 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eFalerno del Massico is a relatively young appellation which professor Nicola Trabucco (founder of Trabucco Winery), contributed to establish and worked all his life dedicating it all his professionalism and his unparalleled passion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough a young appellation, the Falerno del Massico is probably one of the oldest wine ever created and about which we do have written documentation traced back to 300 BC. Professor Trabucco dedicated most of his life studying old Roman’s manuscripts and searching in archeological area for the evidence of the production of this legendary wine. After years of digging and DNA tests, the ancient vineyards were found and the new appellation of Falerno del Massico DOC was borne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Massico mountain lays in the northernmost part of Campania region on the border with Lazio and owes its unique soli and microclima to the fact that, although not a vulcano, it was shot by the explosion of two major volcanos: Rocca Monfina from the North East and Campi Flegrei from the south. Those events generated a very unique mix of regular and volcanic soil particularly suitable for viticulture. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The microclimate is so perfect that even abandoned vineyards will survive and produce grape”. Prof. Trabucco said. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Falerno wine can be made with either 100% Aglianico or 100% Primitivo, but many producers are also blending those variety with another ancient grape called Piedirosso (literally red-feet).\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGRAPE\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100% Aglianico\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCITY\u003c\/strong\u003e: Carinola, Monte Massico area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSOIL\u003c\/strong\u003e: Clay, sand with lots of volcanic intrusions. Elevation 1,200 feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOLOR\u003c\/strong\u003e: Deep and dark ruby red with violet reflections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOSE\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sumptuous, ample and intense, this wine is an explosion of perfumes and aromas from blueberry to roasted coffee beans from cassis to tobacco, from violets to tar. 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It boasts a vibrant ruby red color and unfolds a bouquet that is a triumph of woodland berries such as blackberries and cherries, enriched with spicy undertones. The palate is marked by a solid yet harmonious structure, with a rich taste that mirrors the aromatic profile, ending in a long and pleasingly complex finish. 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Next to the classic varieties such as Sauvignon, Kalterersee, Pinot Noir and Merlot, fungus-resistant varieties (PIWI) such as Bronner, Johanniter, Aromera, Chambourcin, Prior and Cabernet Cortis are increasingly being cultivated. This gives rise to the two cuves Planties Weiss and Planties Rosè.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the new wine cellar, the fine noble wines are produced from the own grapes according to old tradition with modern technology.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe nose opens with a delicate touch of oak spice, complemented by notes of ripe red cherries and wild strawberries. This \u003cstrong\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e exhibits a fine balance of acidity, providing vibrancy and freshness. Flavors of juicy raspberries, tart cranberries, and succulent red plums intermingle seamlessly, creating a silky texture that defines this very elegant wine. 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Every winery is family owned and follows Organic, Biodynamic, or Sustainable farming, implementing very few interventions in wine-making to craft natural wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb0 mb20-m\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWe specialize in “indigenous” varietals—grapes that are grown only in specific areas of Italy and not grown anywhere else —because we believe that those wines are the only ones able to deliver unique flavors and elicit emotions. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTerenzio’s son Nicola Biscardo has been in the family business since he was born, but joined the American company in 1997.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eNicola Biscardo Selections begins the selection process by visiting potential new estates throughout Italy analyzing every aspect of the Estate and analyzing every step of the production process. A panel of experts then conducts a series of tastings over a period of twelve months to monitor the consistency of the quality of the wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb0\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eNicola Biscardo Selections takes responsibility for full compliance in the US market and oversees the logistics from the winery to our temperature-controlled warehouse in New Jersey. 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