Family-owned winery with historic premises in the center of Novellara (Reggio Emilia), specializing in the production of Lambrusco Reggiano (sparkling and semi-sparkling) and a range of DOC and IGT wines. The business has been operating in the area since 1925 and combines family tradition with modern technology.
Le Cantine Lombardini were established in Novellara and have been managed by the same family for generations. The original business interests included 'Bar Roma' and the town's first cinema; the winery has been operating from its historic premises since 1925. Over the course of the 20th century the company expanded its national and international reputation, passing management to successive generations and, from the 1970s, shifting its focus toward selecting the best grape musts rather than directly managing its own vineyards.
Production philosophy
A strong focus on quality, achieved through a rigorous selection of musts supplied by selected winegrowers, respect for local traditions, and the targeted use of low‑impact technologies. In recent years the company has introduced bottling solutions that reduce contact with air to preserve the wines' sensory characteristics and facilitate international distribution.
Terroir and vineyards
Located in the "Bassa" of the Po Valley, in the municipality of Novellara, in the heart of the Lambrusco Reggiano DOC production area.
Awards and recognition
Numerous national and international accolades for labels such as "Il Campanone" and other selections, including awards and medals from competitions and guides such as Decanter World Wine Awards, Concours Mondial de Bruxelles, Gilbert & Gaillard, International Wine Challenge, Vinitaly, and mentions in guides such as Gambero Rosso "Berebene" and AIS Vitae.
Characteristics
Grape varieties
Lambrusco Salamino
Lambrusco di Sorbara
Lambrusco Marani
Pignoletto
Pinot Noir
Spergola
Chardonnay
Bottles per year
800000
What makes it distinctive
Historic premises in the centre of Novellara and a multi-generational family-run business.
Specializing in Lambrusco Reggiano, with a range of sparkling wines and the iconic product "Il Campanone".
Production policy based on the selection of grape musts and modern technologies for wine preservation.
Extensive collection of international awards and recognitions for multiple labels.
Shop catalog available featuring DOC sparkling wines, DOC/IGT wines and gift sets.