Nizza è Barbera
Nizza Monferrato's flagship spring wine celebration: four days when the town becomes the capital of Barbera d'Asti and Nizza DOCG, with the 'Barbera Forum' bringing 70+ producers and 400+ labels together for public tastings.
Why it's special
The Barbera Forum at the historic Foro Boario lets you taste 400+ labels and meet producers directly, wrapped in a city-wide festival with three music stages, a Taste Market, guided tastings at Palazzo Crova, and vineyard bike tours through the Nizza DOCG cru.
Programme · 2026
8-11 May 2026
Barbera Forum at the Foro Boario (70+ producers, 400+ labels); guided tastings and the 'I Profumi della Barbera' sensory experience plus a masterclass on women producers at Palazzo Crova; 'Nizza, Barbera & Music' with three stages of concerts and DJ sets; Taste Market in the historic centre; Sunday walk 'Sulle orme di Francesco Cirio' and vineyard bike tours; open shops, Wine Points and Barbera gelato.
A tip
- Buy a tasting glass/kit for the Barbera Forum; the Monday afternoon session is trade-only.
- Palazzo Crova hosts the more intimate guided masterclasses — book those ahead.
- Base yourself in town and walk.
Last updated · 2026-07-15