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Medici Ermete
(Winery in Lambrusco)

4.73 (11 Reviews)
Provides 1 wine tasting and winery visit from €20.00
Founded in 1890 by Remigio Medici, Medici Ermete is a historic winery with roots along the Via Emilia, a vital commercial road in Reggio Emilia. Remigio, who owned three successful taverns, established the winery to capitalize on the family vineyards located between the Via Emilia and the foothills of the Enza Valley. His son, Ermete, expanded the business, cementing the winery's reputation, and passed the legacy to his sons, Valter and Giorgio, who propelled the brand onto the global stage. The 1970s saw a "Lambrusco boom" in the United States, making it one of the first Italian wines to achieve international acclaim. However, the 1980s brought challenges with an influx of low-quality, mass-produced Lambrusco that tarnished the wine’s reputation. In 1988, the fourth generation—Alberto, Pierluigi, and later Alessandra—joined the company and spearheaded a revolution in Lambrusco production. They replanted the vineyards, reducing yields by 35% to focus on quality, a move that led to the creation of the "Concerto" in 1993, a CRU of Lambrusco Salamino. Today, Medici Ermete stands as a beacon of excellence, blending tradition with innovation, and offering visitors a chance to explore the rich history and evolving future of Lambrusco in the heart of Emilia-Romagna.
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TerraQuilia - La Cantina
(Winery in Lambrusco)

5 (4 Reviews)
Provides 2 wine tastings and winery visit from €40.00
Born from the love of the land and its fruits, in accordance with the environment, our cellar Terraquilia is set in Guiglia, a village located in a pristine and natural landscape. The owner, Romano Mattioli, thought and realized his winery for all those who appreciate wine as an expression of a production philosophy rooted in the past. At about 450 m above sea level, the vineyards and the cellar are handled in full compliance with traditions, according to the seasons and to the slow natural rhythms, creating the right balance between vine and wine. Our products interpret the tradition of these lands, inherited by the first winemakers, our ancestors. Without the support of modern technology, they knew how to exploit the seasonal trend to control the fermentation process. Our constant effort is aimed to limit as many as possible any alterations: first of all in our grapes, both during the harvest (by hand and in small cases) and during crushing (soft crushing), and of course, in every vinification phase in the cellar (for example, the gravity bottling without the use of pumps). As producers of natural wines, we are firmly convinced that it is possible to win this challenge: to give wine lovers a product, which is able to guarantee quality for the right period of time, preserving all flavors and aromas.
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Bugno Martino
(Winery in Lambrusco)

Provides 1 wine tasting and winery visit from €20.00
At Bugno Martino, wine is synonymous with quality, research, tradition, and, above all, passion and reflection. Located in San Benedetto Po in the province of Mantua, our winery is dedicated to producing artisan and classic Lambrusco, a wine we've always cherished. Our vineyards, named after the old hamlet of San Benedetto Po, are in the heart of Oltrepò Mantovano, the homeland of Mantuan Lambrusco. For over ten years, we’ve been committed to making natural, local wines that reflect both ancient practices and innovative technologies.
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Giacobazzi vini
(Winery in Lambrusco)

5 (10 Reviews)
Provides 1 wine tasting and winery visit from €20.00
Cantina Giacobazzi, established in 1958 by Angelo Giacobazzi and his son Antonio, evolved from a small family winery into a name synonymous with Lambrusco. Located in Nonantola, Modena, a region known for its rich culinary heritage, the winery blends tradition with innovation. The Giacobazzi family has cultivated vineyards for generations, and today, the winery is recognized for its commitment to quality and its distinctive approach to winemaking.
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Fattoria Moretto
(Winery in Lambrusco)

4.86 (14 Reviews)
Provides 1 wine tasting and winery visit from €25.00
Fattoria Moretto is currently run by Fausto and Fabio, the third generation of the Altariva family. The winery's origins trace back to the early 1960s when their grandfather, Antonio Altariva, moved the family from Pavullo nel Frignano to the hills of Castelvetro to start a winemaking venture under a sharecropping contract. Initially, Antonio traded Grasparossa grapes and Lambrusco in carboys. In 1971, his son Domenico, along with his wife Albertina, purchased 2.5 hectares of land, planting the family's first vineyard and establishing a cellar on the adjacent property. Domenico's passion for viticulture and the production of Lambrusco Grasparossa grew over time, a passion he passed down to his sons, Fabio and Fausto, from a young age. In 1991, the brothers, now in their twenties, decided to elevate the winery's quality by transitioning from selling bulk wine to producing and selling bottled Lambrusco di Grasparossa DOC. With the support of their parents, they built a larger cellar and formally established Fattoria Moretto, launching their first labeled bottles. Initially, all the wines were naturally fermented in the bottle. Over time, more Grasparossa vineyards were added on the Castelvetro hills, with the vineyards being cultivated using the spurred cordon and Guyot systems. These vineyards benefit from excellent ventilation, which tempers the summer heat and protects the plants from diseases. In 1995, Fausto decided to convert vineyard cultivation to the "integrated production" method, marking the first step towards organic farming. By the late 1990s, the winery adopted the "Martinotti" or "Charmat" method, in a continuous quest for cleaner and more elegant products. The older vineyards have now become central to the production of the family's flagship "cru" wines. Today, Fattoria Moretto's production is focused on expressing the unique characteristics of the Lambrusco Grasparossa territory, emphasizing quality over quantity.
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Tenuta La Piccola
(Winery in Lambrusco)

4.5 (4 Reviews)
Provides 2 wine tastings and winery visit from €35.00
Tenuta La Piccola is located in the heart of Emilia, nestled between the provinces of Reggio Emilia and Parma. Owned by the Fontana family since the 1960s, the estate spans 25 hectares of organically cultivated vineyards. Positioned near the banks of the Enza River, at an elevation of 105 meters above sea level, the land is perfectly suited for producing high-quality grapes. The unique climate and geological conditions in this region contribute to the exceptional quality of the wines. In the 1990s, Mr. Licinio Fontana, inspired by his travels through Burgundy, Tuscany, and Alto Adige, implemented strict production parameters aimed at creating premium wines. Though initially met with skepticism by other producers, Tenuta La Piccola has since become a reference point for those seeking to follow in Fontana’s footsteps. The estate remains committed to organic farming, not as a trend, but as a lifestyle choice that respects the environment and ensures the purity of the land.
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OPERA|02
(Winery in Lambrusco)

5 (1 Review)
Provides 1 wine tasting and winery visit from €10.00
Opera 02 estate is located among the gentle hills of Levizzano Rangone, just a few kilometers from the city of Modena, surrounded by 20 hectares of vineyards. Everything started from the purchase of a stable in the 50s, which was later converted into the vinegar loft. Passion, perseverance, and dedication are just some of the values that Opera 02 CEO Mattia Montanari, has inherited from his family and has been able to actualize in this start-up day after day. Actually, it is with great courage that he has launched this project, which keeps on growing day after day. Opera02: on one side the organic cultivated area and on the other side the accommodating building, characterized by various renewable energy systems, two restaurants, and 8 rooms. Our leading points are the respect for nature and tradition, and therefore the choice of embracing Organic Agriculture. The attention to the ancient gestures teaches us to deeply appreciate our land and our local products, Lambrusco and Vinegar.
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Cantina della Volta
(Winery in Lambrusco)

Provides 1 wine tasting and winery visit from €30.00
Cantina della Volta is located in the heart of Modena, specializing in the production of high-quality sparkling wines. With a deep respect for traditional winemaking techniques, the winery is renowned for its focus on Metodo Classico. This family-run estate takes its name from the canal bend, or "volta," where the winery was first established. The estate combines generations of winemaking expertise with innovation, creating a unique blend of tradition and modernity in every bottle.
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CANTINA VENTIVENTI
(Winery in Lambrusco)

Provides 3 wine tastings and winery visit from €60.00
Born in Emilia Romagna, in the province of Modena, Ventiventi represents the union between tradition and innovation, technology and green soul. Realized by the dream of the Razzaboni family, Ventiventi wants to keep firm and transmit the main values of the lands on which it was built: genuineness, simplicity, authenticity, passion, and hospitality. We are a very young winery, the first vineyards were planted in 2016, and since day zero we have adopted a completely organic and eco-sustainable agriculture and production, to offer healthy and quality products. Ventiventi is located right in the center of 63 hectares, of which 30 are planted as vineyards. The estate cultivates native grapes such as Lambrusco Salamino di Santa Croce, Sorbara, Ancellotta, and Pignoletto and international grapes such as Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, Cabernet Sauvignon, and their wines are 100% produced with from grapes sourced from their vineyards. Ventiventi is very young, born in the year whose name it bears, it also boasts a very young and creative team, who wants to get involved, experiment, and offer fresh, young, and versatile products, all in full respect of local tradition!
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Cantina Cleto Chiarli
(Winery in Lambrusco)

5 (2 Reviews)
Dalla volontà della famiglia Chiarli di unificare la conduzione delle tenute agricole di proprietà e di realizzare una Cantina dedicata alla produzione di vini di alta gamma nasce nel 2001 a Castelvetro, nel cuore della campagna modenese, la Cleto Chiarli Tenute Agricole. E’ il coronamento di una storia d’imprenditoria vinicola iniziata nel lontano 1860 quando nell’anno dell’Unità d’Italia Cleto Chiarli - trisavolo dei fratelli Anselmo e Mauro che rappresentano la quarta generazione - avvia per primo a Modena la produzione di Lambrusco segnando il fortunato inizio di quella che è poi diventata l’attività della famiglia per il futuro a venire. Per ottenere un buon vino non è sufficiente disporre di uve di qualità. Per produrre quella ‘particolare bottiglia’ occorre che nelle persone ci sia passione, amore per la propria terra, identità famigliare e costante impegno nella ricerca della perfezione e rispetto per il vino. Valori che si conquistano anno dopo anno, vendemmia dopo vendemmia, generazione dopo generazione. Oggi la Famiglia Chiarli continua ad affrontare la sfida di produrre vini che trasmettano questi ideali, che siano piacevoli, legati alla propria terra, accessibili a tutti, innovativi, senza mcompromessi, spesso sorprendenti. In poche parole, Chiarli vuole garantire al consumatore che sta bevendo il miglior vino che la più grande, antica e blasonata azienda familiare dell’Emilia Romagna, possa creare. E di questo ne siamo orgogliosi.
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Cantine Giubertoni
(Winery in Lambrusco)

5 (1 Review)
The Giubertoni/Coppini family's adventure in the world of wine began in the late 19th century with Angelo Giubertoni, nicknamed `Il Bel Angelin`, a wine trader in the Verona area who soon moved from sales to the actual production of Lambrusco Mantovano. Six generations later, Cantine Giubertoni is still led with the same passion, love, research, and desire for innovation by Emma and Alessandro Coppini and Omero and Albertina Giubertoni. A stroll through the vineyards, contact with our beautiful land and our grapes, followed by a visit to our winery to learn about our family history. A look at the bottling plant and a glimpse of the new winemaking technologies, concluding with a tasting session of our wines and some Mantua specialties, in our brand-new dedicated tasting area.
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Marchesi di Ravarino
(Winery in Lambrusco)

Marchesi di Ravarino is a historic organic winery located in the fertile plains of Emilia-Romagna. The estate, known as Castel Crescente, sits on 16 hectares of land, once part of the Roman Empire, with a unique layout that reflects its ancient past. Since its founding, the winery has embraced sustainable and organic farming practices, creating a rich ecosystem that nurtures biodiversity. The winery is a testament to tradition and innovation, producing wines that honor the land's legacy while utilizing modern, environmentally friendly techniques.

More information on Lambrusco

The territory enclosed between the provinces of Reggio Emilia, Parma and Modena is known also as the lands of Lambrusco. In this area, which overlaps partly with the famous ‘food valley’ of Italy, you’ll have the opportunity to discover some of the most authentic Italian flavors during some unique wine tastings, food tours and visits to the local restaurants and wineries.

During your winery visits in the Lambrusco area you will be able to taste a wide variety of Lambrusco wines. In total, there are 7 Lambrusco DOCs, some of which include different subtypes. The most famous ones are the ones from Modena and Reggio Emilia, and overall, they are characterized by a low alcohol percentage, a good balance between sweetness and tartness, and marked fruity notes. What used to be a peasant wine, made by bottling pressed grapes with their skins and some residual sugar to allow a second fermentation in the bottle, is now a wine famous for its pleasantness and easy drinking.

Which food to taste in Lambrusco?

When visiting wineries for a Lambrusco wine tasting, you will often be offered a traditional selection of cold cuts with gnocco fritto (leavened fried dough), with which Lambrusco pairs perfectly. While in this part of Emilia Romagna, you will also have a great array of delicious traditional Italian recipes and top-quality products available to taste: think of tagliatelle al ragù, tortellini, lasagne, but also Prosciutto di Parma, Culatello di Zibello, Mortadella di Bologna, Parmigiano Reggiano.

Which wines to taste in Lambrusco?

Depending on the area, your Lambrusco wine tastings will include wines made with different varieties of Lambrusco, which can be considered more like a family of vines. The most famous Lambrusco varieties include  Lambrusco Grasparossa, Lambrusco di Sorbara, Lambrusco Salamino, Lambrusco Marani and Lambrusco Maestri.

Which is the best season to visit Lambrusco?

The best seasons to plan your Lambrusco wine tastings in are either late spring or early autumn, even though they can be organized all year long. If you’re planning to visit the main cities of the area, keep in mind that temperatures in summer can reach above 30 degrees Celsius with high humidity.

What things to do in Lambrusco?

Besides organizing a tasting of thirst-quenching Lambrusco, while in this part of Emilia Romagna you’ll have plenty of activities to choose from. Book a Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale or Parmigiano Reggiano tasting, or explore the cities of Modena, Parma, Bologna, Reggio Emilia, the Masone Labyrinth, the medieval village of Castell’Arquato.