Lambrusco di Montericco 2
Red wine grape variety
Also known as VIVC 26904, Montericco 2 line, Lambrusco Montericco clone 2 accession
Lambrusco di Montericco 2 is a red wine grape with signature aromas of pale ruby fruit, violet florals, leather. Structure: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium(−) tannin, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Lambrusco Mo…
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for lifted floral red-fruit profile over dark concentration.
- Check frame as medium body with medium-minus tannin and medium-plus acidity.
Confidence signals
- Lambrusco di Montericco 2 profile
- Albinea floral-fresh marker
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Emilia-Romagna · Reggio Emilia · Albinea
- Classic styles: Distinct VIVC-listed Montericco lineage linked to Reggio references highlighting lighter color and fragrant profile · Light-to-medium red with fresh acidity and gentle tannin in sparkling-oriented styles
Common questions
Is Lambrusco di Montericco 2 a red or white grape variety?
Lambrusco di Montericco 2 is a red wine grape variety.
What does Lambrusco di Montericco 2 smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Lambrusco di Montericco 2 include pale ruby fruit, violet florals and leather. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium(−) tannin, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Lambrusco di Montericco 2?
Documented tells for Lambrusco di Montericco 2: Look for lifted floral red-fruit profile over dark concentration. and Check frame as medium body with medium-minus tannin and medium-plus acidity..
What is Lambrusco di Montericco 2 most often confused with in blind tasting?
Lambrusco di Montericco 2 is most commonly confused with Lambrusco Montericco, Lambrusco Rossina and Lambrusco Marani. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Lambrusco di Montericco 2 grown?
Classic regions for Lambrusco di Montericco 2 include Emilia-Romagna, Reggio Emilia and Albinea.