COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Barbera
PRODUCER
MGM S.r.l.
REGION
Piedmont
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Enzo Bartoli Nizza Barbera 2017 is a 100% Barbera red wine from the Nizza DOCG appellation in Piedmont, Italy, produced by MGM S.r.l. The Nizza DOCG, established in 2014, is a sub-zone of Barbera d'Asti known for its rigorous production standards, including the requirement for 100% Barbera grapes and specific aging protocols. This designation aims to produce wines of significant power and aging potential. The vineyards are situated on hillsides with favorable sun exposure and are planted in soils rich in calcareous marl and sandstone. The 2017 vintage experienced beneficial conditions in Piedmont, contributing to the wine's characteristics. MGM S.r.l. is an established Italian wine producer founded in 1991, known for its diverse portfolio and commitment to quality and innovation.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€28
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Nizza DOCG gained its own status in 2014, highlighting its unique quality.
Fact 02
Yields are strictly limited to 7 tonnes per hectare for Nizza DOCG.
Fact 03
Barbera is one of Italy's most planted red grape varieties.
Fact 04
The Nizza DOCG appellation covers 18 specific communes.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Enzo Bartoli Nizza Barbera 2017 is produced from 100% Barbera grapes within the Nizza DOCG appellation. The winemaking process involves fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes a mandatory aging period of at least 18 months, with a minimum of 6 months in wood, as stipulated by Nizza DOCG regulations. This aging contributes to the wine's structure and complexity. MGM S.r.l. is a producer that incorporates sustainable practices into its operations.
