# Lambrusco Reggiano Dolce

- **Producer:** Donelli
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Lambrusco
- **Region:** Emilia-Romagna, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 7.0%
- **Average price:** €9
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** almond, raspberry, pomegranate, red currants, cherry, blueberry

## About this wine

Donelli Lambrusco Reggiano Dolce is a red, sparkling, and sweet wine from the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy, produced under the Lambrusco Reggiano DOC appellation. The wine is made from the Lambrusco grape. The producer, Donelli, is based in Emilia-Romagna. This wine is distinguished by its sweet profile complemented by acidity and its production via the Charmat method.

## Interesting facts

- This wine is classified under the Lambrusco Reggiano DOC appellation.
- It's made using the Charmat method, similar to Prosecco.
- Demand for this wine has seen a decrease in the past year.
- Donelli Lambrusco has won Gold and Silver at the Sakura Awards.

## Food pairing

The wine's sweetness and fruitiness can complement sweet elements in dishes, while its acidity helps to cut through richer, fattier components. The effervescence also provides a palate-cleansing effect.

## Wine making process

This Lambrusco Reggiano Dolce is produced using the Charmat method. The initial fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Fermentation is then halted around 6% ABV. A second fermentation occurs in closed Charmat tanks, which creates the wine's carbonation. The wine is subsequently bottled under pressure to maintain its fizziness.