Portrait of Riccardo Bassoli
i. Biography
Riccardo Bassoli works in Lambrusco through a defined set of expressions at Cantina Bassoli in Carpi, Italy: Royal Lambrusco di Modena DOC, “Ciacaron” Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro DOP, and “Manfreina” Lambrusco di Sorbara DOP. the line is specific rather than broad, with each bottling carrying its own register within the same house.
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The Path
Training at ITC A. Meucci gave Riccardo Bassoli the formal base behind his later work at Cantina Bassoli.
The Work Today
As CEO, he leads a Carpi winery whose named output is built around three labelled Lambrusco bottlings. The position sits on the production side of the trade: a winery head responsible for how those wines are presented and carried in market. Royal Lambrusco di Modena DOC is dry and savoury, with notes of black cherry and raspberry. “Ciacaron” Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro DOP is intense in flavour, crunchy and round, with dark fruit and pomegranate; its profile is balanced and clean. “Manfreina” Lambrusco di Sorbara DOP carries violets, cherries and raspberries, then turns silky and intense with smooth acidity.
Signature
Riccardo Bassoli’s signature range includes Royal Lambrusco di Modena DOC, “Ciacaron” Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro DOP, “Manfreina” Lambrusco di Sorbara DOP, and Ancestrale Rosso & Bianco.
Acclaim
The recognition attached to Bassoli sits in the range itself: a focused Lambrusco portfolio spanning Modena DOC, Grasparossa di Castelvetro DOP, and Sorbara DOP.
FAQ
Asked of Riccardo
What is Riccardo Bassoli's current role?
As of 2026, Riccardo Bassoli is CEO.
Where did Riccardo Bassoli train or study?
Riccardo Bassoli trained at ITC A. Meucci.
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