# Nizza Riserva (Fratelli Aresca)

> Red, Nizza DOCG Riserva by [Fratelli Aresca](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/fratelli-aresca.md), Monferrato, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/fratelli-aresca-nizza-riserva).

- **Producer:** Fratelli Aresca
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Nizza DOCG Riserva
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Production area:** Nizza Monferrato area
- **Soil:** Clay-calcareous marl with a prevalence of silt
- **Exposure:** South
- **Vinification:** Maceration on the skins for at least 15-18 days. Fermentation at a controlled temperature of 28-30 C. Aged 12 months in wood and at least 6 months in bottle before release.
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25


## Summary

Nizza DOCG is the most important Barbera-based denomination in Piemonte, produced in only 18 municipalities around Nizza Monferrato. This Riserva comes from low-yield, south-facing vineyards and is aged a minimum of 30 months, at least 12 of them in wood.

## Tasting notes

A wine of great structure, elegance and strong ageing potential. Red colour, intense perfume with notes of ripe red fruit and tobacco. The palate is full and full-bodied, with notes of ripe cherry, tobacco and a delicate spiced finish.

## Food pairings

Ideal with red meat and game, but can also be enjoyed as a meditation wine.