The red grape variety originates from Italy. It is considered to be the most aromatic of the many Lambrusco varieties. Synonyms are Grappello Grasparossa, Lambrusco di Spezzano and Lambrusco di Castelvetro and Scorzamara.

It was first mentioned in 1867 in the municipality of Castelvetro in the Emilia-Romagna region under the name Lambrusco di Castelvetro (the variety previously recognised as independent is identical). According to DNA analyses carried out in 2021, it originates from a presumably natural cross between Cornacchia x unknown parent variety.
The late-ripening vine produces red wines rich in tannins, alcohol and body with balanced acidity and intense flavours with a slightly bitter finish. These are used for still and sparkling wines.
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