Lambrusco

Sparkling

Temperate climate

Sparkling red from Emilia-Romagna. Ranges from dry (secco) to sweet (dolce). Bright, fruity, effervescent, and deeply food-friendly.

Drink young and fresh, ideally within 1-2 years.

Climate

Temperate

Regions

1 region

Color

Sparkling

Typical Structure & Aromas

Typical profile for this variety. Style varies by region, climate, and winemaking.

Structure

Body

Lean

Sweetness

Off-dry

Acidity

Bright

Aromas

Young

Strawberry Cherry Raspberry Violet Rose

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Where Lambrusco grows

Italy

Emilia-Romagna

Sparkling red around Modena. Lambrusco di Sorbara is the most fragrant, with violet, rose petal, and red cherry on zesty acidity. Frizzante or spumante, dry to dolce.

Food Pairings

Prosciutto di Parma

Mortadella

Pizza

Parmigiano Reggiano

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