World Lambrusco Day

World Lambrusco Day celebrates Lambrusco, an Italian grape best known for producing lightly sparkling (frizzante) wines, especially red ones. These wines range from dry (secco) to sweet (dolce) and are often light- to medium-bodied, with bright fruit flavors, refreshing acidity, and soft tannins. Lambrusco is closely associated with Emilia-Romagna and is a natural partner for cured meats, hard cheeses, pasta, sausages, and pizza.

The grape has a long history in northern Italy, with archaeological evidence linking its cultivation to the Etruscans. The wine’s reputation suffered when inexpensive, overly sweet versions became prominent in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s, but traditional dry, semi-sparkling styles have since enjoyed a resurgence.

The observance began in 2011. It was originally held on the summer solstice, whose date can vary, before being fixed to June 21 in 2021. The Consorzio Tutela Lambrusco’s international event has included tastings and opportunities to explore the variety of Lambrusco styles and their Emilia-Romagna roots.

How to Observe World Lambrusco Day

Celebrate by chilling a bottle of Lambrusco and trying a style you have not tasted before. Compare dry and sweet versions, or enjoy the wine with cured meats, hard cheese, pasta, pizza, or sausages. You can also join a wine tasting or food-pairing class, visit a wine bar or Italian restaurant, and share a toast online with #wld_lambrusco. If you drink, do so responsibly.

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