Wine in Valpolicella

Soft, sumptuous wine with flavors of berries, cherries, almonds, and raisins, enhanced with subtle oak, vanilla, and spice complexity from aging in new oak casks.

This is one of the wines that has made Allegrini famous throughout the world. The vineyard surrounds Villa della Torre, a splendid masterpiece of Renaissance architecture now owned by the family, and produces a full-bodied red wine that has an ageing potential of at least ten years. The blend is the historic combination of Corvina and Rondinella with the addition of a small quantity of Sangiovese. A small percentage of the harvested grapes are left to dry out until December and then added to the previously vinified fresh grapes. The result is a velvety, well-balanced red wine that proffers mature, pulpy fruit.

Boasting an enviable combination of opulence and finesse, this opens with aromas of black plum, vanilla, baking spices and grilled herbs. The rich palate doles out plum cake, black cherry, black pepper, cinnamon and nutmeg alongside smooth, velvety tannins. Gripping intensity holds on through the long finish. Drink through 2025.

DESIGNATION: Denomination of Origin Controlled (DOC) GRAPE VARIETIES: Corvinone and Corvina 70%, Rondinella 20%, Molinara 10% GEOGRAPHICAL AREA: S. Pietro di Lavagno - VERONA ALTITUDE: 106-150 msl EXPOSURE: South, South-East SOIL: Calcareous TRAINING SYSTEM: Pergola Veronese PLANTS per HECTAR: 4000 VINEYARD YEAR: 1995 HARVEST: By hand in 15 kg trays ALCOHOL: 12.5% by vol. VINIFICATION: After the de-stemming, alcoholic fermentation and maceration are carried out with careful monitoring of the temperature for 8 days. The refining process takes place in steel tanks for 6 months. TASTING NOTES: Vivid ruby red color with purplish tinges. On the nose the red fruit scent is immediately perceptible. On the palate it is fine and elegant, with a slightly acidulous and dry mouthfeel. It is a dynamic wine made for sharing. FOOD PAIRING: This wine matches well with main courses, cold cuts, red and white meat served chilled. SERVING TEMPERATURE: 14-16° C

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Uniquely Italian, with bold flavors of currants and blackberries finished with notes of vanilla on the palate. A round, polished flavor.

Tommasi's Pinot Grigio is grown at the Prunea estate in the Sant'Ambrogio valley of Valpolicella Classico, acquired by the family in 1997. Le Rosse is one of the four main sub-plots of this vineyard, and is planted entirely to Pinot Grigio grapes. The vineyard rows are planted extremely close together and receive intense pruning, resulting in low yields and excellent richness. The wine is fermented entirely in stainless steel. The nose is spicy with hints of tropical fruit, the flavors clean and crisp, and the body round and soft with a crisp finish. This Valpolicella Pinot Grigio can be described as sitting between the richer, more concentrated Pinot Grigio from Friuli to the north, and racier styles from the Veneto at large. Excellent with appetizers, soups and fish.

The "Ripasso" method of refreshing on Amarone skins gives the "Ripasso Le Ragose" the structure and characteristics of alcohol also suitable for medium-term aging.

Santi Solane, a blend of 70% Corvina and 30% Rondinella, is a high-quality, more intensely flavored and thicker textured Valpolicella, which has earned the Classico Superiore denomination. Part of the wine re-ferments on partially dried whole grapes enriching it with elegant, fruity aromas and exceptionally velvety tannins. The remaining part is made using the Ripasso method whereby it waits until the production of Amarone and then is added to Amarone pomace and left to rest for a few weeks while the wine picks up extra color, flavor and character. After blending, to harmonize these contrasting components, the wine matures for a few months in barriques and then in large casks. With inviting, fresh red berry, anise, herb and spice aromas, the wine has full, warm black cherry, and raisin and plum flavors on the palate, with linear acidity and soft tannins.

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Dark fruit and mineral nose. Full bodied, rather robust with smooth tannins, showing ripe dark fruit with notes of mint and slightly licorice. Delicious and in a great spot now.

The wines retain the vibrancy, freshness and value of traditional Valpolicella, while imparting additional flavor and body. Their medium body and complex flavor profile make these wines a great pairing with a wide range of foods such as grilled meats, hearty pasta and strong cheeses.

Ruby red color. Intense on the nose, with aromas of pepper, leather, cherry and plum jam, licorice and ginger, on the palate it is well structured, vogorous, haromonious.

Amarone della Valpolicella is an intensely flavored dry red wine made from dried (passito) grapes. It is made in the Veneto region of northeastern Italy, and is arguably the region's most prestigious red wine.

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Fruit-forward, dry red wine... Black fruit flavors, cherries, raspberries... Rocca Sveva Valpolicella Ripasso is delicious match for pasta dishes with red sauces, braised meats and stews.

Vigorous and elegant wine is a combination of fruity flavours and spicy aromas. Warm and smooth to the palate it perfectly matches with meat and cheese based dishes. This wine is produced using the RIPASSO technique, which is intentionally more restrictively applied in relation to the standard production method. The wine is obtained by going over again , once only, the premium Valpolicella Classico over a small quantity of Amarone marc. As a result, an authentic local wine is produced which elegantly exhibits a delightfully complex fruity aroma and spicy tones complemented with a good acidity and just the right alcohol content.

The wine opens with a nose of fresh red fruits and floral notes that recall violets. Elegant and light, this wine is all about freshness and easy drinking, a wine to drink everyday in good company and with a wide variety of Italian style foods from pasta to roast meats.

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Color: Ruby-red, tending toward garnet with age. Bouquet: Black cherry with some earth notes. Taste: Round and well structured, with rich fruit and soft tannins.