Riunite Lambrusco Crowns National Pizza Contest Champions With Bold Flavors and AI Innovation
In a delicious blend of tradition and technology, Riunite Lambrusco has announced the winners of its 2025 National Lambrusco Day Pizza Contest.
This nationwide competition invited pizza lovers to create their ultimate dream pie using Riunite’s custom AI-powered tool. From April through June, more than 18,000 imaginative entries poured in, featuring inventive combinations of toppings, sauces, and crusts.
perfect pairing of pizza and Riunite Lambrusco
The contest celebrated the perfect pairing of pizza and Riunite Lambrusco, a classic Italian wine known for its vibrant flavor and storied heritage. After narrowing thousands of submissions to the most mouthwatering contenders, fans across the country voted for their favorites, ultimately selecting a grand prize winner and four runners-up who will enjoy pizza bliss throughout the year.
AI Meets Tradition in a Culinary Celebration
This wasn’t just any food competition.
By introducing an AI-powered design tool, Riunite brought a modern twist to the age-old love of pizza. Participants could experiment with countless ingredients, from timeless tomato sauces to bold, unconventional toppings like peaches and garden herbs.
Elena Lottici, Export Manager at Cantine Riunite, highlighted the vision behind the contest:
“This contest was all about celebrating the perfect pairing of Riunite Lambrusco and pizza—
two classics that taste even better together…”
The creativity we saw was incredible—from fruity and fresh to savory and loaded—each winner perfectly captured the fun, flavor, and spirit of Riunite.”
This blend of innovation and tradition reflects Riunite’s mission to stay connected with modern consumers while honoring its rich Italian roots. For wine lovers and pizza enthusiasts alike, the contest provided a fresh way to engage with the brand.
Meet the Winning Pizzas
The grand prize went to Sandra D. from New York for her creation, Lambrusco Feastza, featuring a fiery Spicy Arrabbiata Sauce and a Roman-style crust. Sandra’s pizza embodied bold flavor and classic Italian flair, earning her a year’s supply of pizza to enjoy weekly for the next twelve months.
The runners-up, who each received a year-long pizza perk through gift cards to their favorite pizzerias, showcased impressive creativity:
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Claire C., Nevada – Just Peachy, a surprising sweet-and-savory combo
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Ashley D., North Carolina – Sweet Summertime, a seasonal celebration of bright flavors
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Alan A., New Hampshire – Lambrusco Garden Party, featuring fresh garden herbs and vegetables
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Tinha F., Georgia – All Toppings Riunite!, a maximalist pizza loaded with variety
Each finalist demonstrated how pizza can be a canvas for personal expression, much like Riunite’s diverse wine portfolio.
The Perfect Pairing: Riunite Lambrusco and Pizza
Lambrusco, a sparkling red wine hailing from Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, has long been a favorite for pairing with pizza. Its lively bubbles and natural sweetness complement both rich, cheesy pies and lighter, vegetable-forward creations.
For Riunite, the contest wasn’t just about pizza but about fostering community and connection. With over 1,450 families of winegrowers, 8 cooperative winemaking centers, and 4,600 hectares of vineyards, Riunite represents a collective effort rooted in craftsmanship and sustainability.
Riunite’s wines, including their iconic Lambrusco, are produced without added sugars, offering a natural sweetness that resonates with today’s health-conscious consumers. This commitment to quality and tradition has made Riunite a household name from Manhattan to Miami Beach and beyond.
For more on Riunite’s legacy and upcoming contests, visit Riunite.com.
A Contest That Unites Food Lovers Across America
From the bustling streets of Los Angeles to the cozy pizzerias of Chicago, the National Lambrusco Day Pizza Contest connected food lovers across the country. The event highlighted how simple pleasures like wine and pizza can bring people together, especially when enhanced by a touch of modern technology.
By embracing AI tools, Riunite empowered participants to think outside the box—sometimes literally. The contest showcased the endless creativity of pizza lovers, reinforcing Riunite’s position as a brand that celebrates innovation while staying true to its roots.
More Pizza, More Lambrusco
With the success of this year’s event, Riunite hints at more exciting contests and community initiatives on the horizon. The company’s blend of Italian heritage and modern engagement strategies positions it to remain a staple in both the wine industry and the culinary world.
As Elena Lottici summed up, the contest was more than just a marketing campaign. It was a celebration of connection:
“The creativity we saw was incredible…each winner perfectly captured the fun, flavor,
and spirit of Riunite.”
Pizza lovers and Lambrusco fans can expect even more opportunities to showcase their culinary creativity in the future.
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