Italian Grapes
Lambrusco
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Lambrusco is the name of an Italian red wine grape, and a wine made from the grape.
The grape grows mainly in Emilia-Romagna (Modena, Parma, Reggio-Emilia) and in Lombardia (Mantua)
Lambrusco Flavors
Wild berry and floral flavors are typical for Lambrusco.
 Wild Strawberry |
 Wild Cherry |
 Black Cherry |
 Blueberry |
 Blackberry Jam |
 Violets |
 Red Roses |
 Orange Blossom |
 Rhubarb |
 Dried Herbs |
 Grape Juice |
 Soil |
Lambrusco Profile
Lambrusco is fruity, acidic and fizzy, like Barbera meets Champagne:
| BODY: | Light |
| TANNINS: | Light |
| FRUIT: | High |
| ACIDITY: | High |
| ALCOHOL: | 11-12% ABV |
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Lambrusco should be served chilled. Serving temperature: 8-10°C (46-50°F) |
Lambrusco Food Pairing
Lambrusco pairs well with International Cuisine and Street Food. Perfect for a brunch.
 Olive Oil |
 Antipasti |
 Ham |
 Salami |
 Pasta |
 Pizza |
 Sandwich |
 Hamburger |
 Chicken |
 Rabbit |
 Pork |
 Veal |
Excellent Pairings
Emilia Romagna and International Cuisine. Tapas.
Spicy and Ethnic Food. Indian.
Spaghetti Bolognese. Bolognese Sauce.
Pasta. Ravioli. Lasagne. Tortelli. Tortellini.
Prosciutto di Parma (Parma Ham). Salumi.
Cured Meat. Pulled Pork Wraps. BBQ Ribs.
Sandwich. Pizza. Hamburger.
Poultry. Rabbit. Veal.
Fried Vegetables.
Cheeses
Cheese. Parmigiano. Grana.
Italian Specialities
Gnocco Fritto (Fried Bread).
Tigelle (Flatbread).
Cappelletti (Fresh Pasta Stuffed with Meat).
Tortelloni di Zucca (Pumpkin Ravioli).
Sweet Lambrusco loves fruity desserts.
Lambrusco Cheese Pairing
If You Like Lambrusco
You Might Also Like:
| Barbera Frizzante (Italy) |
| Brachetto Frizzante (Italy) |
| Brachetto Spumante (Italy) |
| Lambrusco (Italy) |
| Sparkling Shiraz (Australia) |
About Labrusco
Modena has more to offer than Ferrari, Lamborghini and Balsamico.
In the 70's Lambrusco was Italy's most exported wine.
It was cheap and often low in quality. Now this light and bubbly wine is on the rise again thanks to the focus on quality.
This sparkling red wine is super food friendly and comes from the "fat" Emilia Romagna Region, known for its delicacies such Prosciutto di Parma (Parma Ham), Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and Aceto Balsamico di Modena (balsamic vinegar).
Lambrusco is typically made with the Charmat technique where bubbles are created inside a sealed tank.
Lambrusco is both the name of the grape and the wine and ranges from bone dry to super sweet.
Wine Region Emilia Romagna
Climate
Emilia Romagna enjoys has a mild continental climate: Wet winters and dry summers.
The most important landmark is the River Po. It is responsible for cooling breezes that are vital in the flat terrain.
Unlike Toscana and Piemonte, the wine growers cannot rely on elevation and the moderating effects of diurnal temperatures.
One exception is the hills around Bologna with the sandstone and limestone terroirs of the Colli Bolognesi, with some very high-quality wine production.
Soil
The plains around the Po Valley are known for their fertile alluvial soils, ideal for growing grapes. The area is particularly well-suited for producing sparkling wines like Lambrusco.
The hills of the Apennines has a mix of clay, sand, and limestone soils, providing excellent drainage and mineral content, ideal for producing high-quality wines.
Black Grapes |
White Grapes |
20% Lambrusco |
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Red Wines |
White Wines |
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Denominations
Colli Bolognesi Pignoletto DOCG
Romagna Albana DOCG
Bosco Eliceo DOC
Colli Bolognesi DOC
Colli d’Imola DOC
Colli di Faenza DOC
Colli di Parma DOC
Colli di Rimini DOC
Colli di Scandiano e di Canossa DOC
Colli Piacentini DOC
Colli Romagna Centrale DOC
Emilia-Romagna DOC
Gutturnio DOC
Lambrusco di Sorbara DOC
Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro DOC
Lambrusco Salamino di Santa Croce DOC
Modena DOC
Ortrugo dei Colli Piacentini DOC
Reggiano DOC
Reno DOC
Romagna DOC
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