Malbo Gentile

The Malbo Gentile grape is a red wine variety with mysterious origins, yet it has long been cultivated in Emilia-Romagna. Once overlooked, it has been re-evaluated in recent years and is now recognised for its significant oenological value. Malbo Gentile is appreciated for its ability to produce both high-quality sparkling wines and rich, structured still wines. It is often vinified alone, but also commonly used in blends with local Lambrusco varieties, enhancing complexity and character.

This versatile grape is also employed in the production of young wines through carbonic maceration, a winemaking technique that emphasizes fruitiness and freshness. Malbo Gentile’s black, medium-sized berries have a bluish, waxy skin and grow in large, loosely packed clusters. The vine features medium-sized, pentagonal leaves, typically three-lobed or entire.

Wines made from Malbo Gentile are known for their intense ruby red colour, pleasant fruity aromas, and bold, structured palate. Thanks to its robust body and tannic backbone, Malbo Gentile is a wine that not only delights when young but can also age gracefully, revealing further depth and complexity over time.