Cleto Chiarli Lambrusco: Proper, Grown-Up Lambrusco

Cleto Chiarli Lambrusco is a brilliant reminder of just how good Lambrusco can be. Forget the sweet, forgettable bottles that gave the style an unfair reputation. This is dry, bright, lively and wonderfully refreshing, with enough character to make it far more than a simple sparkling red.

Cleto Chiarli is one of the great names of Lambrusco, with deep roots in Modena, Emilia-Romagna. The family’s connection with sparkling red wine goes back generations, and their wines show why this region’s food-friendly, gently sparkling reds deserve a proper place at the table.

Made from Lambrusco di Sorbara, a grape prized for its elegance, lift and delicate colour, this is a more refined style of Lambrusco. It is pale ruby in the glass with a lively sparkle, showing crunchy red fruit, floral freshness and a lovely savoury edge. It is dry, fresh and full of energy, with just enough gentle tannic grip to make it feel beautifully balanced with food.

On the palate, expect wild strawberry, raspberry and a little blood orange, with a subtle floral note and a clean, mouth-watering finish. It is light on its feet, bright in acidity and dangerously drinkable in the best possible way. Chill it down and watch it disappear.

Cleto Chiarli Lambrusco Food Pairing Suggestion:

This is made for the table. Serve it lightly chilled with cured meats, salami, grilled pork, pizza or barbecue dishes. Its freshness cuts through richness beautifully, while the red berry fruit and gentle sparkle make it especially good with salty, smoky and charred flavours.

About Cleto Chiarli Lambrusco:

Dry sparkling red wine from Emilia-Romagna, Italy.
Made from Lambrusco di Sorbara, known for its freshness, pale colour and lifted red fruit character.
A benchmark style for anyone who thinks they do not like Lambrusco.
Best served lightly chilled.