Cleto Chiarli's Organic Lambrusco DOC offers vibrant red berry and violet aromas with lively effervescence. This off-dry, low-alcohol frizzante from Italy's historic Emilia-Romagna region balances 15g/L residual sugar with bright acidity. Made by a fifth-generation family winery established in 1860 using sustainable practices and ancestral method production, this versatile 100% Lambrusco Grasparossa is perfect for holiday tables and diverse food pairings.
Technical Information
- Producer: Cleto Chiarli
- Appellation: DOC Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
- Varietal: 100% Lambrusco Grasparossa
- Style: Frizzante (lightly sparkling), off-dry
- Alcohol: 11.0% ABV
- Residual Sugar: 15 grams/liter
- Vineyard Source: Castelvetro di Modena, from local members of Cantina Sociale di Settecani
- Farming Practices: Organic
- Production Method: Methode ancestrale (in-bottle production)
Tasting Notes This vibrant and refreshing red wine offers aromas of ripe red berries, cherry, and violet, with hints of herbs and minerals. On the palate, it is light-bodied and lively, with flavors of tart cherry, black raspberry, cranberry, and a touch of citrus, balanced by screaming acidity and a subtle effervescence. The wine presents a classic ying-yang of contrasts, with its off-dry sweetness perfectly balanced by bright acidity and earthy undertones.
Food Pairing Suggestions This versatile Lambrusco pairs exceptionally well with:
- Holiday cheese and charcuterie platters, especially with Parmesan, Pecorino, Mimolette, and Grana Padano
- Creamy four cheese and ground turkey baked manicotti
- Prosciutto, arugula, fig jam and Gorgonzola topped naan flatbread
- Chicken meatball soup
- Braised pork loin with winter vegetables
- Italian-style sausage with fennel and creamy polenta
- Classic pizza Margherita
- Hearty lasagna Bolognese with Bechamel
- Classic porchetta over risotto
- Gorgonzola and bacon topped burgers
- Duck confit and Fontina flatbread
- Sesame crusted tuna steaks with sticky rice
Producer Information Founded in 1860, Cleto Chiarli was the first Lambrusco winery to use in-bottle production of methode ancestrale sparkling wine. Now a fifth-generation family-owned business run by five cousins (Carol, Giorgio, Stephano, Giovanni, and Tommaso), the winery maintains its historic dedication to quality and traditional winemaking while embracing organic and sustainable practices. With its modest alcohol content and food-friendly profile, this Lambrusco is perfect for Sunday brunch or holiday tables.
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