Lambrusco

Red grape.

Ancient grape, the Lambrusco is believed to be a wild native grape (vitis silvestris in Latin) first domesticated by the Etruscans in pre-Roman times.

Counts on a number of sub-varieties mostly in the Emilia Romagna region, its main growing area. It makes a frizzante, or sparkling, red wine that is little known abroad. The dry variety produced in the Modena and Reggio Emilia provinces are perfect complements to the zesty and hearty local cuisine.