History
The history of the winery began in 1934 when Lorenzo Motti and Riziero Camellini decided to group together initially seven and then twelve growers of Lambrusco and of Ancellotta, in order to create a new production model in a region with a strong agricultural vocation: the hilly one that stretches south of Reggio Emilia. Gradually more and more grape producers associated themselves with their idea, and in 1936 the Cantina Albinea Canali was officially founded.
Its success was such that, in the decades that followed, the number of grape suppliers rose to one hundred and seventy. Famous for many years for the high quality of its bulk wines, today Cantina Albinea Canali can offer a range of high-quality products aimed at the restaurant sector.
The winery buildings, designed even in the minds of the founders as an avant-garde project, have been preserved and restored, combining period features with modern solutions and allowing for the introduction of state-of-the-art technology.
A flight over the hills where Lambrusco is grown, to discover a modern winery with ancient roots: a voyage exploring flavors that are capable of astounding us and remaining fresh and contemporary.
A flight over the hills where Lambrusco is grown, to discover a modern winery with ancient roots: a voyage exploring flavors that are capable of astounding us and remaining fresh and contemporary.
LAMBRUSCO
Lambrusco is one of Italy’s oldest grape varieties, whose praises were sung by Virgil and which was present even in ancient times in the area between Mantua and Emilia, the Po and the Apennines. Naturally fizzy, well-balanced and lively – characteristics that render it unmistakable – this wine is ideal for serving with all the richly flavored food products and recipes of the Emilia/Po region, but also makes a creative accompaniment for the international cuisine of today. Thanks to its light, versatile style, it is also perfect for convivial meetings and aperitivi.
Cantina Albinea Canali is the interpreter par excellence of the taste and distinctive character of Lambrusco. It harvests its grapes in a small area that offers the highest quality in terms of soils and climate of the whole of the Province of Reggio Emilia, and transforms them into a wine that conquers the palate of even the most curious and demanding of consumers.
OUR REGION
Our winery lies at the center of a fertile area just a short distance from Reggio Emilia, in a triangle of flat land bordered by the Crostolo and Tresinaro streams and the gentle slopes of the Apennines.
In this geographical context – characterized by a particularly favorable climate – olive trees grow spontaneously in the lower foothills and vines have always found an ideal habitat, thanks to good exposure to sunlight and the gravelly structure of the soils.
Here various types of Lambrusco – the undisputed iconic variety of the region – have been grown for generations, but other “international” vines are also at home in the area, such as Cabernet Sauvignon, the famous cultivar of French origin that thrives on hillside sites.
The land of this corner of Emilia, so generous and full of life, provides flavors and emotions that immerse themselves in the wines like a gentle breeze, giving them an unmistakable personality: a unique imprint that is as distinctive as our Lambrusco IGT.
Luxury Wines
OTTOCENTONERO
Origin
Deep, medium-textured soils, situated in the plain and lower hillsides of the Provinces of Reggio Emilia and Modena.
Serving Suggestion
Ideal as an aperitif or throughout the meal. It goes well with hors d’oeuvres of cold cuts or quiches, and it is perfect with pasta dishes, lasagna, grilled red meats and highly-flavored recipes.
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OTTOCENTOROSA
Origin
The history of the winery began in 1934 when Lorenzo Motti and Riziero Camellini decided to group together initially seven and then twelve growers of Lambrusco and of Ancellotta, in order to create a new production model in a region with a strong agricultural vocation: the hilly one that stretches south of Reggio Emilia.
Serving Suggestion
Using a gel cooler stored in the freezer, you can chill a bottle from room temperature to the perfect serving temperature in about 20 minutes. In a large cooler or bucket filled with ice cubes and water, you can chill a bottle in 15 minutes.
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FOGLIEROSSE
Origin
Deep or medium-textured soils as defined by the production regulations for the Province of Reggio Emilia.
Serving Suggestion
Ideal for accompanying pasta and rice dishes, roasts and boiled meats served with highly-flavored sauces.
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CODAROSSA
Origin
Medium-textured soils situated in the plain and the lower hillsides of the communes of Scandiano and Canossa in the Province of Reggio Emilia.
Serving Suggestion
A wine for drinking throughout a meal, it is ideal for accompanying “hot” and spicy dishes and excellent with dry pastries.
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REGGIANO LAMBRUSCO
Origin
Deep or medium-textured soils defined by the production regulations for the Province of Reggio Emilia.
Serving Suggestion
It goes well with all dishes, in particular meats, cold cuts and the typical dishes of Emilian cuisine.
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MARES
Origin
Deep, medium-textured soils, between the medium plain and the first hill of the provinces of Reggio Emilia and Modena
Serving Suggestion
Excellent for the whole meal, it is ideal with first courses with meat sauce, cold cuts, boiled meats. Perfect with pizza, grilled meats and medium and long ripening cheeses.
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1936
Origin
Deep, medium-textured soils, between the medium plain and the first hill of the provinces of Reggio Emilia and Modena.
Serving Suggestion
Ideal as an aperitif and for the whole meal. It goes well with appetizers of mixed cured meats and savory pies and is perfect to accompany pasta dishes, lasagna, grilled red meats and savory dishes.