London – Lambrusco, a universe of colors, emotions and territories

London, March 10. Tasting dedicated to Lambrusco. A universe of colors, emotions and territories.
The Royal Horseguards Hotel, Whitehall Place, 2 Whitehall Court – London SW1A 2EJ

The Consorzio di Tutela del Lambrusco is organizing, in collaboration with DoctorWine, a day dedicated to the famous wine from Emilia-Romagna. Highlight was the masterclass led by Daniele Cernilli with 10 wines from the 10 producers present.

Program:

• h. 3-7 p.m.: walk around tasting for press and industry professionals
• h.15:30-16:30: masterclass by Daniele Cernilli
• h. 5-7 p.m.: opening to the public

Thesei the participating Lambrusco producers:

• Albinea Canals
• Francesco Bellei & C.
• Bertolani Alfredo
• Winery of Carpi and Sorbara
• Gualtieri Winery
• Settecani Winery
• Formigine Pedemontana Social Winery
• Cantina Ventiventi
• Doctors Hermes & Sons
• Paltrinieri

Did you know that?

Lambrusco is one of the most iconic Italian wines, famous for its liveliness, freshness and versatility. It is a sparkling wine, mainly red, originating inEmilia-Romagna and parts of Lombardy.

Key Features

• Color: Ruby red with purplish highlights, but there are also pink and white versions.
• Nose: Fruity, with notes of strawberry, cherry, blackberry and, at times, flowers such as violet.
• Taste: Fresh and crisp, with lively acidity and often a slight residual sugar (in the amabile versions).
• Alcohol content: Relatively low (between 10-12% vol.), making it very drinkable.
• Types: It can be dry, amabile or sweet and is found in both still and sparkling (the most typical) versions.

🍷 The main types at Doc.

There are different types, related to grape variety and area of production:

1. Lambrusco di Sorbara Doc – elegant and delicate, with clear color and marked acidity.
2. Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro Doc – structured, intense and tannic, with a characteristic dark ruby color.
3. Lambrusco Salamino di Santa Croce Doc – balanced between acidity and body, very fragrant.
4. Lambrusco Reggiano Doc-the most widespread and versatile, often amabile.
5. Lambrusco Mantovano Doc – the only one produced in Lombardy, with a distinct sapidity.

🍽️ Food pairings

Lambrusco is perfect for Emilian cuisine, thanks to its freshness and crispness that cleanse the mouth of fat.

✅ Perfect with:

• Cold cuts (Parma ham, culatello, feline salami)
• Fried gnocco and tigelle
• Pumpkin tortelli and pasta dishes with butter and parmesan cheese
• Lasagna Bolognese
• Parmesan cheese and Grana Padano cheese
• Zampone and cotechino with lentils