The Lambrusco di Sorbara grape variety is an indigenous variety of ancient origins, derived from the domestication of wild vines (Vitis Labrusca, also mentioned by Pliny the Elder), also called “uzeline” or “oseline” because, growing spontaneously at the edge of the woods, they were raided by birds that were fond of them. This somewhat wild nature is still found today in the peculiar characteristics of the wine, which is characterized by notable acidity and a taste with tangy hints. Lambrusco di Sorbara takes its name from the hamlet of Sorbara in the municipality of Bomporto, in the province of Modena. The classic and historically most suitable area is located between the Panaro and Secchia rivers. It is an area with predominantly alluvial soils, characterized by sandy soils, generated by ancient river deposits.

Lambrusco di Sorbara is a vigorous and productive grape variety with medium-late maturation. It is characterized by the phenomenon of acinellatura (the berries remain a few millimeters in diameter), which is due to a floral anomaly causing a significant loss of product (in some years, losses exceeding two-thirds of the crop occur). It is now established that this phenomenon, typical of Lambrusco di Sorbara, is primarily caused by the sterility of the pollen. This particular characteristic of Lambrusco di Sorbara contributes to making it a unique grape variety, easy to remember and especially prized, a peculiarity that distinguishes it among all other varieties in the Lambrusco family.

The wine from Lambrusco di Sorbara has a brilliant ruby red color, with a pinkish foam. The bouquet is fragrant and expresses floral scents of violet and aromas of cherry, strawberry, and red fruit. The taste is fresh, fruity, balanced, and harmonious, with a savory finish.