Lambrusco Grasparossa
Tiepido 2017
Plessi
Grape Variety: Lambrusco Grasparossa
Producer: Claudio Plessi
Region: Castelnuovo Rangone, Modena, Emila-Romagna, Italy
Wild Scale: 3/5
Vegan friendly wine
Winemaking: Organic Lambrusco Grasparossa grapes were harvested by hand. Macerated and fermented with indigenous yeast. Must from the grapes was then used to kickstart a second fermentation and the wine was bottled at that moment. No filtration, fining or added sulphur.
This Wine: Natural ,sparkling red wine. A special chance to try a Lambrusco with age. The bubbles have softened and the flavours have developed. Still so much energy with bright acidity and a cola-like character. Fresh fruit, herbal and peppery. So much finesse!
Notes on the Winemaker: Claudio Plessi has committed the majority of his life to promoting and improving sustainable agricultural practices in his home region of Modena in Emila-Romagna. He has farmed various fruits organically for nearly 40 years and dedicated a lot of time and effort to save and promote rare local grape varieties that were close to extinction. His single varietal wines achieve a wonderful balance of rusticity and precision. Available in the UK in 2024 for the first time.