Grape Varieties

Question 1

Turbiana

Answer 1

White variety found in Lombadia and Veneto.

Very closely related to Trebbiano di Lugana (new formal name) ≠Verdicchio, but not identical, they taste very differently.

Perfumed, medium- to full-bodied wines with high acidity.

Question 2

Lambrusco

Answer 2

Ancient family of native grapes in Italy. High acidity, moderate alcohol and red fruit-floral aromas.

L. di Sorbara: the benchmark/most famous, lightese.
L. Salamino: the most planted.
L. Grasparossa: fuller body, more tannin, 2nd most planted.