# Nizza (Frasca - La Guaragna)

> Red, Nizza DOCG by [Frasca - La Guaragna](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/frasca-la-guaragna.md), Nizza, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/frasca-la-guaragna-nizza).

- **Producer:** Frasca - La Guaragna
- **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.
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-05



## Summary

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.