Modena or di Modena

The Protected Designation of Origin "Modena" (or "of Modena") includes Lambrusco wines (produced in the variants Spumante, rosè Spumante, sparkling, sparkling rosè and sparkling Novello), Rosso (Spumante, Sparkling and Novello Sparkling), Rosato (Spumante and Sparkling) and Bianco (Spumante and Sparkling).

Grapes

For the production of white "Modena", at least 85% of the grapes used come from the Montuni and Trebbiano vines, together with other white grapes suitable for cultivation in Emilia Romagna. For red and rosé wines, however, 85% must be represented by the Lambrusco grape varieties, in the following types: Grasparossa, Salamino, di Sorbara, Marani, Maestri, Montericco, Oliva, with jagged leaves. Ancellotta, Fortana and other black grapes (maximum 15%) can contribute to the remaining quota. The same composition also applies to the single variety Lambrusco, with the difference that, in the remaining 15%, only grapes from Ancellotta, Fortana and Malbo can be present.

Physicochemical and Organoleptic properties

"Modena" wines stand out for their remarkable freshness, accompanied by fragrant scents, with floral and fruity notes, which give it a balanced taste. In the reds, which tend to be ruby in colour with violet hues, there is a medium-high acidity, combined with a medium-low structure. In the white wines, of a straw-yellow colour, there is a good acidity and a medium structure. The product specification rules then report the organoleptic characteristics associated with each type of wine, which vary depending on the blend and vinification.

Grape production area

The production area is located in the centre of Emilia Romagna, in an area which, from a geographical and climatic point of view, has all the characteristics of the Pianura Padana but with influences attributable to the presence of the Apennines.

Specificity and historical notes

The Lambrusco vine, characteristic of the denomination, has a very ancient history and fame, so much so that it is mentioned by both Cato and Varrone and Pliny the Elder.