Red
Nizza
By Frasca - La Guaragna, Nizza, Piemonte, Italy
Barbera blended from the estate's vineyards in three communes. Best within 5 to 7 years of harvest, according to the producer.
Tasting notes
Described by the producer as the fullest expression of Barbera, with acidity and ageing capacity in balance.
Technical details
- Style
- Red
- Denomination
- Nizza DOCG
- Grape
- Barbera 100%
- Production area
- Nizza Monferrato, Agliano Terme and Moasca
- Soil
- Calcareous marls with a good share of clay, potassium and magnesium
- Vineyard planting
- Vines averaging 35 years old
- Vinification
- Gentle crushing with some whole berries, long macerations, no punching down. Aged 6 months in large oak casks, then a long rest in bottle.
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