Lambrusco

noun

Lam·​brus·​co lam-ˈbrü-(ˌ)skō  -ˈbru̇- 

: a fruity and fizzy red Italian table wine

Examples of Lambrusco in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The model appeared on the show to promote the launch of her new wine brand, Lucci Lambrusco, and wore a pair of high heels in a rich burgundy. — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026

For a crowd-pleasing welcome without any fuss, reach for a palate priming sparkler—think cava, prosecco, Lambrusco, and beyond. — Anna Lee C. Iijima, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Nov. 2025

Whereas a prosecco delivers a lighter, crisper fizz, a red Lambrusco might layer on more structure and earthiness. — Chadner Navarro, Vogue, 10 Feb. 2026

These cocktails feature bourbons including Angel’s Envy, Baker’s Single Barrel Bourbon and Basil Hayden, but also non-bourbon brands including Roku Gin, Toki Suntory Whisky and even wines like Lucci Lambrusco and Hampton Water Rosé. — John Kell, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Italian, from Latin labruscum fruit of the wild grape Vitis labrusca

First Known Use

1868, in the meaning defined above