The red grape variety originates from Italy. Synonyms are Ambrostine, Lambruschetta di Sorbara, Lambruso di Sorbara a Foglia, Lambruso di Sorbara a Foglia Verde and Lambrusco Sorbarese. It is named after the municipality of Sorbara-Bomperto in the province of Modena in Emilia-Romagna and is considered the highest quality of the many Lambrusco varieties.
The parentage (parentage) is unknown. It is an all-female grape variety that is dependent on cross-pollination. The commonly cultivated Lambrusco Salamino variety often acts as a pollinator.
The medium to late-ripening vine is highly resistant to grape rot, grape berry moth and frost, but is susceptible to coulure. It produces cherry-coloured, acidic red wines with intense fruit aromas. These are mainly used for the production of still and sparkling wines.
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