# Forvia (Scagliola - Sansì)

> Red, Nizza DOCG by [Scagliola - Sansì](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/scagliola-sansi.md), Asti, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/scagliola-sansi-forvia).

- **Producer:** Scagliola - Sansì
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Nizza DOCG
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Production area:** Agliano Terme (AT)
- **Soil:** Sand, marl and limestone (Calosso area)
- **Harvest:** End of September, traditional harvest with selection of grapes
- **Vinification:** Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature for about 20 to 25 days, with malolactic fermentation. Aged in a 16 hl Swiss oak barrel. Alcohol approx. 15% vol.
- **Serving temperature:** Serve in a large glass (Balon) at about 20°C
- **Storage:** Keep lying down in a dark place at 14 to 16°C. Good ageing potential.
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-30


## Summary

A Nizza from an old Barbera vineyard recently bought in Agliano Terme, the estate's furthest vineyard; about 5,000 bottles a year.

## Tasting notes

Red with evident purple hints and a complex aroma of good intensity: fruit in syrup, vanilla and light toast. Dry, warm, full, well structured and persistent, with light tannins in harmony.

## Food pairings

Pasta, meat, game, medium-aged cheese and cold cuts.