# Ceppi Vecchi (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-nizza-ceppi-vecchi).

- **Producer:** Cantina Sociale di Nizza
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Nizza DOCG
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Production area:** Nizza Monferrato, Castel Boglione, Calamandrana
- **Soil:** Calcareous clay
- **Exposure:** South, south-west
- **Harvest:** Hand-picked at advanced ripeness in the third ten days of September
- **Vineyard planting:** Vineyards at 200/300 m a.s.l., Guyot training on vertical trellis, vine age over 20 years, 70 q/ha
- **Vinification:** Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks, malolactic fermentation in tank, 24 months in barrique, then 6 months rest in bottle.
- **Serving temperature:** 18-20°C
- **Storage:** Consumption window 7 to 10 years
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08



## Summary

The cooperative's first Nizza, made from the oldest and best-exposed vineyards on the most vocated hills, hence the name. Barbera 100%, 14% vol.

## Tasting notes

Intense garnet with warmer reflections over time. Elegant nose of violet, small red fruits and tobacco. Structured and harmonious on the palate, with persistent, soft tannins and a pleasant finish.

## Food pairings

Moderate tannins and ripe, crisp fruit make it a food-friendly wine: typical Piedmontese and other national dishes, second courses, braised red meat and aged hard cheeses. Unusual pairing: dark chocolate.