# Nizza (Criolin)

> Red, Nizza DOCG by [Criolin](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/az-agr-criolin.md), Asti, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/criolin-nizza).

- **Producer:** Criolin
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Nizza DOCG
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Soil:** Limestone mixed with marl, with clayey layers in places
- **Harvest:** Early October
- **Vineyard planting:** Guyot, 5,000 vines/ha, yield 70 q/ha
- **Vinification:** Traditional, with frequent pumping over of the must on the skins. Aged at least 18 months, of which at least 6 in wood.
- **Serving temperature:** 18 to 20 °C
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08



## Summary

A Barbera from the Nizza appellation, aged at least 18 months (6 in wood), at 14.5% vol.

## Tasting notes

Colour: deep ruby red turning garnet with age. Nose: intense and persistent, with black cherry and plum evolving into spicy and floral notes; wood ageing adds cocoa and liquorice. Palate: full and harmonious; ageing adds complexity and rich, sweet, velvety tannins.

## Food pairings

Traditional Piedmontese dishes and braised red meats.