Definition: Lambrusco is one of Italy's popular, inexpensive red wines (and grape). Lambrusco is a slightly sweet, slightly sparkling budget-friendly red wine that was wooed wine lovers the world over for years. It is intended to be consumed young and is readily available in most markets. Lambrusco is not always vinified to be a sweet wine; however the Lambruscos that lie on the sweet side have had their fermentation process stopped to allow residual sugar levels to remain high or they have been blended with another innately sweeter grape to get there. If you are looking for a sweet as can be Lambrusco, look for the word "Dolce" on the label (Italian for sweet).
Lambrusco Flavor Profile
Typical flavors for Lambrusco include: strawberry, raspberry and cherry
