Lambrusco

Q: What is Lambrusco anyway – a variety or a type of wine?

Lambrusco is a family of red grape varieties from Emilia-Romagna, not a single variety. Grasparossa, Salamino, and Sorbara are the best-known representatives – each with its own character, but all with fine perlage and fruity freshness.

Q: Does Lambrusco always taste sweet?

No. The range extends from the dry, tart-spicy Secco to the sweet Amabile. Those who only know Lambrusco as a sweet party wine will be surprised by the dry style – it has significantly more structure and bite.

Q: How do I serve Lambrusco correctly?

Well-chilled at 10–12 °C, similar to a light red wine or rosé. Not too cold, otherwise it loses aroma. A simple wine glass or a tumbler is sufficient – no decanting necessary.

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In the mood for a wine that simply puts you in a good mood? Lambrusco is actually an entire family of red grape varieties that all have one thing in common: a vibrant, fruity freshness and a fine perlage that immediately creates a mood in the glass. The aromas revolve around juicy cherries and strawberries; on the palate, the range extends from the dry, tart-spicy style to semi-dry or sweet – always accompanied by a refreshing lightness.

The home of Lambrusco is Emilia-Romagna in Northern Italy, where it has paired with the local cuisine like almost no other wine for centuries. At Vinoscout, you will find a small, hand-picked selection of Lambrusco wines – an honest compilation that shows how much drinking pleasure this variety can offer even without a large budget.

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Riunite Lambrusco Emilia IGT Rosso

Cantine Riunite 4.3

4,25 €

0,75 l

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Riunite Lambrusco Emilia IGT Bianco

Cantine Riunite 5.0

4,25 €

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Riunite 1.5L Lambrusco Emilia IGT Rosso

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Cantine Riunite Lambrusco Dolcezza Rosso Emilia IGT

Cantine Riunite

4,99 €

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6,65 €/l

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Cantine Riunite Lambrusco Dolcezza Rosso Emilia IGT Magnum

Cantine Riunite

7,98 €

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Villa di Corlo Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro DOC Amabile 2022

Villa di Corlo

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Villa di Corlo Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro DOC Amabile 2025

Villa di Corlo

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Zanasi Antica Natura Lambrusco Bio Dry

Zanasi 4.0

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Villa di Corlo Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro DOC Secco 2022

Villa di Corlo

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Quick answers

What is Lambrusco anyway – a variety or a type of wine?

Lambrusco is a family of red grape varieties from Emilia-Romagna, not a single variety. Grasparossa, Salamino, and Sorbara are the best-known representatives – each with its own character, but all with fine perlage and fruity freshness.

Does Lambrusco always taste sweet?

No. The range extends from the dry, tart-spicy Secco to the sweet Amabile. Those who only know Lambrusco as a sweet party wine will be surprised by the dry style – it has significantly more structure and bite.

What does Lambrusco pair with at the table?

In its homeland, it is drunk with mortadella, Parmigiano Reggiano, and pasta with ragù – the perlage and lively acidity cut well through fatty, hearty dishes. It also cuts a fine figure with pizza or grilled sausages.

How do I serve Lambrusco correctly?

Well-chilled at 10–12 °C, similar to a light red wine or rosé. Not too cold, otherwise it loses aroma. A simple wine glass or a tumbler is sufficient – no decanting necessary.

How long does an opened bottle of Lambrusco last?

Because of the carbonation, it quickly loses freshness after opening. Drink within one to two days, store the bottle in the refrigerator sealed with a sparkling wine stopper.

How does Lambrusco DOC differ from Lambrusco IGT?

DOC wines like Grasparossa di Castelvetro are subject to stricter origin and production rules – grape variety, growing area, and maturation are precisely defined. IGT is broader and allows more flexibility regarding grape varieties and style, which often produces more accessible everyday wines.

Lambrusco – the sparkling red from Emilia

Lambrusco is no ordinary red wine. It sparkles, it glows in a rich ruby red, and it simply puts you in a good mood. The semi-dry to sweet style was long frowned upon – unjustly so. Because a real Lambrusco brings lively fruit, a fresh acidity, and a fine perlage that make it one of Italy's most uncomplicated wine pleasures.

Character and taste

Depending on the style, Lambrusco ranges from bone-dry and berry-tart to soft and fruit-sweet. The dry variants – often labeled as "Secco" or "Dry" – show dark berry fruit, a lively perlage, and a pleasantly tart finish. The sweeter versions, the classic "Amabile", are rounder, more pleasing, and ideal for those who like it a bit gentler. In addition, there are also white Lambrusco interpretations with a light shimmer and slight sweetness.

Origin

Lambrusco comes from Emilia-Romagna in northern Italy – a region known for its lush cuisine and uncomplicated joie de vivre. The Grasparossa variant from Castelvetro is considered particularly characterful.

Lambrusco at Vinoscout

Our range includes a small, hand-picked selection of Lambrusco wines – from the large magnum bottle for the party to the artisanal organic Lambrusco from Zanasi. With wines from Villa di Corlo and Cantine Riunite, you will find both classic and sophisticated interpretations here. Just take a look and discover your favorite style.

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