# Nàos (Cantina Sociale di Nizza)

> Red, Dolcetto d'Asti DOC 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-naos).

- **Producer:** Cantina Sociale di Nizza
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Dolcetto d'Asti DOC
- **Grape:** Dolcetto 100%
- **Production area:** Nizza Monferrato and neighbouring communes
- **Soil:** Calcareous clay
- **Exposure:** South, south-west
- **Harvest:** Hand-picked at advanced ripeness in the third ten days of September
- **Vineyard planting:** Vineyards at 180/300 m a.s.l., Guyot training on vertical trellis, vine age 10 to 30 years, 80 q/ha
- **Vinification:** Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks, malolactic fermentation in tank, then 6 months rest in bottle.
- **Serving temperature:** 18-20°C
- **Storage:** Consumption window 7 to 10 years
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08



## Summary

Dry, fruity Dolcetto d'Asti for everyday drinking; the name refers to the sweetness of the grape, not the wine. Dolcetto 100%, 12.5% vol.

## Tasting notes

Lively ruby red with violet reflections and a delicate nose rich in violet and cherry. Dry and graceful, with a slight almond note. Moderate body and acidity.

## Food pairings

Pasta and risotto, mushrooms, stewed meat and vegetables; antipasti, first courses and grilled meat. The house suggestion is pumpkin tortelli in the Mantuan style. Not with fish.