Red

310

By Cantina Sociale di Nizza, Nizza, Piemonte, Italy

Cantina Sociale di Nizza 310

Organic Nizza DOCG from San Marzano Oliveto, made with certified organic enological products and limited sulphites. Barbera 100%, 15% vol.

Tasting notes

Deep, almost impenetrable ruby red with intense violet reflections. Fresh, intensely fruity bouquet of ripe red fruit with spicy hints of liquorice and vanilla; the wood does not mask its character. Warm and energetic on the palate with ripe cherry and wild berries, and a long, persistent finish.

Pairs well with

Characterful second courses such as mixed boiled meats of Piedmontese beef and game; also important first courses. Try with stuffed oxtail and glazed shallots.

Technical details

Style
Red
Denomination
Nizza DOCG
Grape
Barbera 100%
Production area
San Marzano Oliveto
Soil
Calcareous clay, rich in calcareous marl
Exposure
South, south-east
Harvest
Hand-picked at advanced ripeness in the second and third ten days of September
Vineyard planting
Vineyards at 200 m a.s.l., Guyot training on vertical trellis, vine age 20 years, 70 q/ha
Vinification
Organic grapes; only certified organic oenological products and a limited amount of sulphites. Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks, malolactic fermentation in tank, 24 months in barrique, then 6 months rest in bottle.
Serving temperature
16-18°C
Storage
Consumption window 5 to 7 years; can keep maturing in the cellar for a further 7 to 10 years

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