# 310 (Cantina Sociale di Nizza)

> Red, Nizza DOCG by [Cantina Sociale di Nizza](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/cantina-sociale-di-nizza.md), Nizza, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/cantina-sociale-di-nizza-310).

- **Producer:** Cantina Sociale di Nizza
- **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
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08



## Summary

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.

## Food pairings

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