Lambrusco 'Otello 200' Ceci

Ceci's "Otello 200" Lambrusco is one of the many timeless gems this historic winery from Torrile, just a few kilometres from Parma, presents in its immense wine mosaic. Lambruscos can be considered worthy representatives of a land and its people: Emilia. They are sparkling wines, fresh, and excellent companions, much like Otello Ceci, who began his winemaking adventure in 1938 by serving his own-produced Lambrusco to the customers of the family's tavern.

Ceci's "Otello 200" Lambrusco is made entirely from the Maestri variety, which seems to take its name from the homonymous villa near the town of San Pancrazio in the province of Parma. This type of Lambrusco has seen a significant increase in vineyard hectares in recent decades - increasingly replacing the lighter-bodied and less impactful "Marani" variety - even extending beyond national borders to find a place in Australia and Argentina. Once the grapes are harvested, the winemaking process in the cellar follows the traditional methodology of Lambrusco, initiating the second fermentation inside an autoclave, known as the Charmat Method.

"Otello 200" from the Ceci Winery is immediately recognizable when poured into a glass, thanks to its purplish elegance that culminates in a creamy and ultra-fine foam. The finesse of geranium blends with the freshness and sweetness of forest fruits, such as raspberries and blackberries, creating an aromatic profile that entices a taste. Once on the palate, "Otello 200" opens up, expressing all its warmth with a slightly off-dry sip, immediately delicately balanced by a decisive freshness, gentle bubbles, and a pleasant sapidity. This companionable Lambrusco interpretation from the Ceci Winery is a wine suitable for any time, from lunch to dinner, including aperitivo, it's a must-have to be enjoyed without too much fuss.