Lambrusco

**Lambrusco** is a red grape, or really a family of related varieties, native to Emilia-Romagna in northern Italy, famous for producing lightly sparkling red wine. **In the glass** — Expect a vivid purple wine topped with a frothy pink foam, scented with red cherry, blackberry and violets; it is typically frizzante, with fresh acidity, light-to-moderate tannin and a juicy, drinkable feel, made in styles from bone-dry (secco) to sweet (dolce). **Where it grows** — The area around Modena and Reggio Emilia is its base, home to distinct subvarieties such as Grasparossa, Salamino and Sorbara, each shifting the colour, structure and fizz. **At the table** — A classic foil for the region's rich fare — cured meats, Parmigiano and lasagne. **Cellaring** — Made for immediate, chilled enjoyment; drink it young and bubbly.

Wines

• 100% Refreshed Italian Grapes — Gavioli
• Concerto — Medici Ermete
• Falistra — Podere il Saliceto
• Lambrusco Amabile — Ariola
• Lambrusco Bianco dell'Emilia — Medici Ermete
• Lambrusco Vino Frizzante Dolce — Caprari
• Otello 1813 Nero di Lambrusco — Ceci
• Pet Lamb — Black & Ginger Wines
• Puro! — Vitivinicola Fangareggi
• Signoria dei Duchi Lambrusco Emilia Rosso Amabile — Carrefour
• Terre Verdiane Lambrusco Amabile — Ceci