"An Emilian wine, bright red in colour, sparkling, made from the grape variety of the same name" reads the Zingarelli Dictionary of the Italian Language under the entry for Lambrusco. In actual fact it would be more accurate to state "grape varieties of the same name", because at least six different types of Lambrusco are cultivated. Added to which are all the grape varieties such as Ancellotta which are traditionally an integral part of the blend of many Lambruscos.

Added to the grape blends typically found in Lambrusco, Grasparossa, Marani, Sorbara, Salamino, Foglia Rossa and Maestrelli are all the cultivars traditionally found in Emilia and -indeed Italy's- winemaking culture. They form part of the wide range of wines produced by Cantine Riunite, and include Chardonnay, Merlot, Malvasia and Cabernet.