Ancelotta is an Italian technical grape variety belonging to the Lambrusco group. It is widely spread in the Emilia-Romagna region and is characterized by a late ripening period. The grape has small round berries of dark blue color with a dense waxy bloom and bisexual flowers. The variety is distinguished by high and stable yield, which makes it in demand for winemaking purposes.
Ancelotta is most often used in blends, especially in combination with Lambrusco group varieties, where it serves to enhance color and give wines good acidity. In the Veneto region, a small amount of this grape is added to red wines to improve the intensity of coloring. Besides Italy, the variety is cultivated in Argentina, Brazil, Switzerland, and since the early 2000s it is also grown in Russia, in the Krasnodar Krai.
The main application of Ancelotta is related to the production of red and blended wines, such as «rossissimo». Thanks to its technical characteristics and ability to enhance color and acidity, this variety is a valuable component in the winemaking industry, especially when creating complex wine compositions.
