Emilia-Romagna
Where Great Wine and Great Food Belong Together
From the vineyards of Lambrusco to the centuries-old traditions of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar, Emilia-Romagna is a region where every meal is a celebration of craftsmanship, family and local pride.
Why We Love Emilia-Romagna
If Piemonte is Italy's wine cellar, Emilia-Romagna is its dining table.
This is a region where food and wine are simply part of everyday life. Generations of families have perfected recipes, cultivated vineyards and passed down traditions that continue to shape some of Italy's most celebrated products.
Known as the birthplace of Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto di Parma and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar, Emilia-Romagna is also home to Lambrusco—a wine that surprises those willing to look beyond old stereotypes.
At Porcalorca, we love Emilia-Romagna because it reminds us that great wine is meant to be shared around the table, bringing people together over good food and even better conversations.
Emilia-Romagna at a Glance
Location
Central North Italy
Known For
Lambrusco, Traditional Balsamic Vinegar, Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma
Landscape
Rolling vineyards, fertile plains and the Apennine foothills
Signature Products
Lambrusco DOC, Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP
Main Grape Varieties
Lambrusco Grasparossa, Lambrusco Salamino, Lambrusco Sorbara and Malbo Gentile
Home to
La Piana and Federico Aldrovandi
A Journey Through Emilia-Romagna
Bologna - Where Food Is a Way of Life
Bologna is often called Italy's food capital, and for good reason. Home to fresh pasta, rich ragù and bustling markets, the city celebrates simple ingredients, time-honoured traditions and the joy of gathering around the table. It's a place where great food and great wine naturally belong together.
Castelvetro di Modena - The Home of Lambrusco Grasparossa
Surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills, Castelvetro di Modena is the heart of Lambrusco Grasparossa.
This picturesque medieval town is known for producing some of the region's most elegant and food-friendly Lambrusco, where local traditions and family winemaking continue to thrive.
Featured Producer
La Piana
Colli Bolognesi - Vineyards Beyond the City
Just south and west of Bologna, the gentle hills of Colli Bolognesi offer a landscape of vineyards, historic villages and quiet country roads. Best known for the fresh and vibrant Pignoletto grape, the area is a hidden gem where wine, nature and local traditions come together.
Featured Producer
Federico Aldrovandi
For many years, Lambrusco was known for inexpensive, sweet wines exported around the world. But authentic Lambrusco tells a very different story.
Made from local grape varieties and often produced using traditional methods, today's finest Lambrusco wines are dry, vibrant and wonderfully food-friendly. Their lively freshness, bright fruit and gentle sparkle make them a natural companion to the rich cuisine of Emilia-Romagna.
Lambrusco - Emilia Romagna's Most Misunderstood Wine
Lambrusco at a Glance
Region
Emilia-Romagna
Wine Style
Sparkling Red (Frizzante)
Known For
Freshness, lively acidity and exceptional food pairing
Typical Aromas
Black cherry, blackberry, violet and wild berries
Best Enjoyed With
Parmigiano Reggiano, cured meats, pasta and grilled meats
In the Glass
Expect notes of:
Black cherry
Blackberry
Plum
Violet
Fresh herbs
Gentle spice
Why We Love Lambrusco
Authentic Lambrusco is joyful.
It isn't a wine for special occasions - it's a wine that turns ordinary moments into memorable ones. Fresh, vibrant and endlessly versatile, it captures the generous spirit of Emilia-Romagna better than almost any other wine.
The People Behind the Wines
Federico Aldrovandi
For Federico, winemaking has always been about following his passion. From his first vineyard in the Colli Bolognesi to one of the smallest estates in Bolgheri, he has stayed true to one simple belief: great wine is made with patience, precision and respect for the land.
La Piana
For Mirco and his family, Lambrusco is part of everyday life. Their wines celebrate the traditions of Emilia-Romagna with freshness, character and a deep respect for the land they farm.
Discover Wines from Emilia-Romagna
ROSÉ SPUMANTE BRUT RED BIO
Noi Due celebrates the love and union between two distinct souls, two different worlds, and two complementary flavours that, like a dance, intertwine in a whirlwind of sensations. This new label for one of our historic wines marks 20 years of organic farming! With this, we reaffirm our commitment to sustainability through a new initiative: lighter bottles, FSC-certified paper, and no capsules.
Grape variety
85% Lambrusco Grasparossa, 15% Lambrusco di Sorbara.
Vineyards of origin
We select the ideal grapes for this wine from all the company's vineyards in the hills of Castelvetro, exposed to excellent and constant ventilation that allows the perfect ripening of the bunches.
Soil: clayey, calcareous and rich in minerals.
Training system: espalier with Sylvoz pruning.
Average yield: 110 q/ha.
Vinification
The bunches are hand-picked, carefully selected, and cooled prior to pressing to preserve the aromatic precursors as much as possible. Gentle pressing and the Charmat method are employed to enhance the release of flavours and maintain the grape's organoleptic characteristics.
Tasting notes
Intense pink colour with fine, persistent perlage. The nose offers velvety, elegant aromas of great intensity, encompassing a broad spectrum of fresh scents, from rosebud to limoncella apple, finishing with hints of cherry. On the palate, it delivers rich persistence, echoing the aromas perceived on the nose, with an excellent balance of harmony and freshness.
Pairings
Ideal as an aperitif, perfect with oily fish, and surprisingly well-suited to the light Nordic cuisine of Denmark.
Alcohold content, sugar and serving temperature
Alcohol content: 11.5 % Vol.
Acidity: 7 g/l.
Sugar: 11 g/l.
Serving temperature: 6 – 8 °C.
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LAMBRUSCO GRASPAROSSA DI CASTELVETRO DOP - EMILIA ROMAGNA
SPUMANTE BRUT RED BIO
Lacrime di Bosco is the most authentic expression of the winemaking tradition of the Castelvetro hills. This Charmat method brings to light all the characteristics of Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro DOP, enhancing aroma and taste in the best way. A new label for one of our historic wines—we celebrate 20 years of organic farming! We reaffirm our commitment with a new project: lighter bottles, FSC-certified papers, no capsules.
Grape variety
100% Lambrusco.
Vineyards of origin
We select the ideal grapes for this wine from all the company's vineyards in the hills of Castelvetro, exposed to excellent and constant ventilation that allows the perfect ripening of the bunches.
Soil: clayey, calcareous and rich in minerals.
Training system: espalier with Sylvoz pruning.
Average yield: 130 q/ha.
Vinification
The bunches are manually picked, selected and cooled before pressing, to preserve the aromatic precursors as much as possible. Charmat method to enhance the release of flavours and preserve the organoleptic characteristic of the grape.
Tasting notes
Bright amaranth colour with purple-tinged edges. Aromas of blackberry jam and wild strawberry emerge on the nose. The palate is enveloping and well-balanced, with a persistent finish. The tannins are soft and evolving, lending a smooth texture. Overall, it is refined, pleasant, and approachable.
Pairings
Pairs perfectly with Emilian cuisine, including “gnocco fritto” and “crescentine,” as well as “piadina” and assorted cold cuts. It also complements pasta dishes with meat or tomato-based sauces, and pairs well with fresh cheeses.
Alcohol content and serving temperature
Alcohol content: 11 % Vol.
Acidity: 7 g/l.
Sugar: 10 g/l.
Serving temperature: 14 – 16 °C.
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MALBO GENTILE IGP - BIO - EMILIA ROMAGNA
Ricordi Perduti is a wine produced from the interesting indigenous Malbo Gentile grape, which until a few years ago was used only as a blend in Lambrusco, now enhanced in a single-variety vinification. A wine that truly represents a gem of the region, born from a brilliant intuition and great craftsmanship.
Grape variety
100% Malbo Gentile.
Vineyards of origin
We select the ideal grapes for this wine from all the company's vineyards in the hills of Castelvetro, exposed to excellent and constant ventilation that allows the perfect ripening of the bunches.
Soil: clayey, calcareous and rich in minerals.
Training system: espalier with Sylvoz pruning.
Average yield: 120 q/ha.
Vinification
The bunches are hand-picked, carefully selected, and cooled prior to pressing to preserve the aromatic precursors as much as possible. A long maceration during fermentation is followed by aging in oak tonneaux, enhancing the wine's complexity.
Tasting notes
Intense purple with strong ruby highlights. Hints of red and black fruits, marasca cherries in alcohol, finishing on spicy notes of vanilla, licorice, and black pepper. Full and confident on the palate, with soft and evolved tannins.
Pairings
Ideal with game, braised meats, and lake fish.
Alcohol content and serving temperature
Alcohol content: 13.5 % Vol.
Acidity: 6 g/l.
Sugar: 0 g/l.
Serving temperature: 18 – 20 °C
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Notes: No sulphites added
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ROSSO EMILIA IGT – MERLOT - EMILIA ROMAGNA
AltoVanto is a red wine made from 100% Merlot, produced in Monteveglio, at the heart of the Colli Bolognesi. The first vintage dates back to 2004, with a limited production of just 3,000 bottles. This wine is a true testament to this remarkable land, where ancient rural traditions are still alive in the fields and vineyards, and each bottle captures a piece of that history. Altovanto will surprise you with its depth and connection to the terroir. Federico crafted AltoVanto to achieve an exceptional expression of this territory and grape variety, comparable to wines of much greater renown.
Grape variety
100% Merlot.
Vineyards of origin
The vineyards are located in the hills area of Montebudello area, the heart of Colli Bolognesi.
Soil: Medium-textured, tending to clayey, with an east-facing exposure and altitude between 150-200 meters above sea level.
Training system: Guyot.
Season in the field: The vineyard spans one hectare with 5,200 plants per hectare. The east exposure and moderate altitude allow optimal ripening.
Average yield: 40 q/ha.
Vinification
Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 28-30°C, with a maceration period of 22 days and daily pump-overs. Malolactic fermentation is carried out in barriques.
Aging: 18 months in French oak barriques from Allier and Troncais forests, 60% of which are new, imparting a fine, well-integrated oak influence. The wine is bottled without filtration, followed by an additional 6 months of aging in the bottle to harmonize flavours.
Tasting notes
This Merlot presents an intense ruby red colour. On the nose, it opens with rich aromas of sour cherry, blueberry, and plum, followed by spicy nuances and subtle notes of cacao and coffee. On the palate, the wine is soft, velvety, and enveloping, with well-rounded, mature tannins. It is full-bodied and showcases excellent structure with a persistent, harmonious finish.
Pairings: An excellent match for pasta dishes, roasts, braised red meats, and semi-aged cheeses. It also pairs beautifully with grilled meats, enhancing the wine's complexity.
Alcohol content and serving temperature
Alcohol content: 13,5% Vol.
Serving temperature: 16 - 18°C.
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