RIUNITE LAMBRUSCO BUTTERFLY RED
SKU: 818391
Riunite Lambrusco Butterfly Red is a popular sparkling red wine from Italy, specifically the Emilia-Romagna region. It is a sweet, light-bodied wine known for its low alcohol content, fruity flavor profile, and refreshing, fizzy character.
Key Details
- Country: Italy (Emilia-Romagna region)
- Alcohol Volume: 7.5% - 8.0% ABV
- Sugar Content: Classified as sweet to semi-sweet (often around 54 g/L, which is high)
- Varietal: Primarily Lambrusco grapes, produced in a frizzante (lightly sparkling) style
Tasting Notes
- Color: Deep ruby red
- Flavors: Fruity with notes of cherry, strawberry, and plum
- Body: Light and sweet
Pairing Recommendations
Due to its sweetness, bright acidity, and light fizz, this wine is best paired with savory, rich, or slightly spicy foods to balance the flavors.
- Italian Cuisine: Pizza, lasagna, and hearty pasta dishes with red sauces
- Meats & Charcuterie: Prosciutto, salami, mortadella, barbecued meats, and sausages
- Cheeses: Medium-aged cheeses, Mozzarella, Burrata, and Brie
- Other: Spicy Asian or Mexican cuisine, as the sweetness tempers the heat
Serving Suggestions
- Temperature: Serve chilled, ideally between 45°F and 55°F (7°C - 13°C)
- Method: Excellent on its own or as a base for a wine spritz
C$18.67Price
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