Alfredo Bertolani Lambrusco Reggiano Rose
WHY WE LOVE IT
- Lambrusco is a classic Italian wine that symbolizes this region – Reggiano DOC.
- Alfredo Bertolani Winery has embraced innovation allowing the winery to produce fine Lambrusco wines of consistent quality.
Varietal Composition: 50% Salamino, 50% Marani
Elaboration: Soft pressing, short maceration in contact with the skins; controlled temperature fermentation.
Tasting Notes: Fragrant aroma and beautiful cherry color. Bright, yet creamy. Dry and fruity, tasting of fresh cherries and raspberry. Good balance of fruit and acidity.
PRESS
NV – 91 James Suckling
PRODUCER BACKGROUND
“Simplicity, Honesty, and Cleanliness.” That was the motto of Alfredo Bertolani. In 1920, the grape broker began building his winery in Scandiano, Italy, northeast of Bologna.
Val Tresinaro, with its rolling hills reaching down into the countryside, is where Alfredo Bertolani sources its best grapes. Ideal exposure of the vines to the sun, cooling breezes, seasonal temperatures, and soil composition all guarantee the best conditions for aromatic and richly colored grapes. The vineyards, at an elevation of 100 to 300 meters, feature dry, well-drained, post alluvium soils composed mainly of white clay and gravel.
In the 1980s, the winery increased production of Lambrusco, a grape that symbolizes the region. The members of this grape family all have similar characteristics, but each one has a distinct personality. Grasparossa, Salamino, Marani, Maestri are just some of the primary varieties.