Lambrusco

About this grape variety

Lambrusco is not a single grape but a family of related red varieties grown principally in Emilia-Romagna in north-central Italy. The wines are most often lightly sparkling, ranging from bone-dry to lusciously sweet, with bright red-fruit and floral aromatics. Best-known styles include Lambrusco di Sorbara (paler, more delicate), Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro (denser, fruitier) and Lambrusco Salamino. Long dismissed as sweet, fizzy plonk, dry Lambrusco from quality producers is one of Italy's most food-friendly and underrated wine categories.

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Frequently asked questions

How many Lambrusco wines can I compare on Wine Radar?

Wine Radar compares prices for wines made from Lambrusco across Portuguese online retailers — 23 in the catalogue.

Which regions produce Lambrusco wines?

Lambrusco wines on Wine Radar come mainly from Emilia-Romagna.

What is Lambrusco?

Lambrusco is not a single grape but a family of related red varieties grown principally in Emilia-Romagna in north-central Italy. The wines are most often lightly sparkling, ranging from bone-dry to lusciously sweet, with bright red-fruit and floral aromatics. Best-known styles include Lambrusco di Sorbara (paler,…