# Alix (Cantina Alice Bel Colle)

> Red, Barbera d'Asti Superiore DOCG by [Cantina Alice Bel Colle](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/cantina-alice-bel-colle.md), Monferrato, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/cantina-alice-bel-colle-alix).

- **Producer:** Cantina Alice Bel Colle
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barbera d'Asti Superiore DOCG
- **Grape:** Barbera
- **Production area:** The most prized Barbera vineyards in the municipality of Alice Bel Colle; "Alix" was the town's name in antiquity.
- **Vinification:** Fermented in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature with about 15 days of skin maceration; aged 12 months in large French oak casks and barriques, then a further 12 months in bottle.
- **Serving temperature:** 18°C
- **Storage:** Can age well for over 5 years if stored properly.
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25



## Summary

Alix is the estate's flagship Barbera d'Asti Superiore DOCG, a synthesis of the area's most prestigious grapes, aged in large oak casks and barrique before further bottle ageing.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red with garnet reflections. Ample, complex bouquet with notes of ripe red fruit, violet, jam and a light spiciness on the finish. Warm, harmonious and balanced on the palate, with a fresh finish.