Emilia-Romagna DOC
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A new region-wide DOC, approved in the mid-2020s, that lets producers across Emilia and Romagna use the regional name on a broad range of still and sparkling wines, in the same way Friuli and Sicilia have umbrella DOCs. It largely upgrades what was previously sold as Emilia IGT: fizzy Lambrusco blends, Pignoletto and simple varietal whites and reds. Expect fresh, easy, fruit-driven wines at supermarket prices. Labels carrying it are only starting to appear.
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Cleto Chiarli
Lambrusco Vecchia Modena Premium (Emilia labeling)
Widely available through Winebow; check the label for the new regional DOC on recent releases, otherwise Lambrusco di Sorbara DOC.
$13 to $17Wine-SearcherMedici Ermete
Lambrusco Quercioli (Emilia labeling)
Dry, dark Lambrusco from Reggio Emilia's leading house; the sort of bottling moving from IGT to the new DOC.
$12 to $15Wine-Searcher
| Producer | Wine | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleto Chiarli | Lambrusco Vecchia Modena Premium (Emilia labeling) Widely available through Winebow; check the label for the new regional DOC on recent releases, otherwise Lambrusco di Sorbara DOC. | $13 to $17 | Wine-Searcher |
| Medici Ermete | Lambrusco Quercioli (Emilia labeling) Dry, dark Lambrusco from Reggio Emilia's leading house; the sort of bottling moving from IGT to the new DOC. | $12 to $15 | Wine-Searcher |