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Lambrusco Grasparossa

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The black grape linked to Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro, south of Modena. Darker colour and firmer tannin offer a useful comparison with Sorbara.

Aromatic palette

dark fruit

Read the structure.

acidityUsually fresh
tanninOften firmer than Sorbara
bodyMedium
alcoholSweetness and strength vary

What could you confuse it with?

Lambrusco names several varieties. The name alone does not establish sweetness or method.

Origins & family

Regional roots

The hills around Castelvetro, south of Modena.

In the vineyard

Plain and foothill origins differ across the Modena area.

Regional expressions

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Emilia-Romagna

The black grape linked to Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro, south of Modena. Darker colour and firmer tannin offer a useful comparison with Sorbara.

Structure

Medium; usually fresh.

At the table

Serve cool, then allow the wine to open; heavier tannic styles need less chilling.

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Cellar & service

Winemaking & development

Frizzante and spumante wines can be dry or sweeter. Tank and bottle methods both occur.

Service & ageing

Serve cool, then allow the wine to open; heavier tannic styles need less chilling.

Pairing logic

Salumi and rich regional dishes are useful starting points; match both tannin and sweetness.