Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro

The ‘noble’ Lambrusco

Lambrusco Grasparossa. Intense ruby hue, with bright violet highlights and a perfume that recalls freshly pressed grapes, blackberries, cherry, violets and fresh almonds, which is one of the characteristics of this grape. The highly esteemed Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro is originally from the higher valley and foothills of the hills around Modena and easily differentiates itself from the others by its more apparent body and tannins. They give these wines more structure and make them the perfect companions for more robust dishes.
The production zone includes parts of the province of Modena as well as the commune of Modena. In the vineyards on the higher parts of the valley the soils are poor and not very permeable, rich with sandy or loamy clay. On higher ground the soils are richer in limestone sands over a base of gravel, which gives them better drainage. 

Grape varieties

85% min.
Lambrusco Grasparossa
15% 
Other Lambrusco varieties and Malbo Gentile

Growing areas

Vineyards within the communes/townships of:
Castelfranco Emilia
Castelnuovo Rangone
Castelvetro
Fiorano
Formigine
Maranello
Marano sul Panaro
Modena
Prignano sulla Secchia
Sassuolo
Spilamberto
Vignola

Maximum yield of grapes per hectare

180 quintals

Yield of grapes to wine

70%

Tasting Notes

Colour
Deep ruby red with purple highlights

Mousse
Medium persistence with sustained body

Aroma
Vinous, fresh fruits

Taste
Fresh and pleasantly acidic

Type

Red and rosé
Dry
Semidry
Semisweet/Amabile
Sweet