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.

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.

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.

65% Corvina, 30% Rondinella, 5% other autochthonous grapes Large barrel casks for one year prior to bottling. Ruby in color with garnet reflections. Intense Complex and rich, full bodied and warm. Pairs with roasts red meats 1250 cases a year made

ruby red verging on purple; the nose is complex with rich floral scents of violets and roses and powerful fruity aromas of cherries and sour black cherries with a hint of spices; well-balanced with a light, smooth, slightly tannic finish.

Santi Valpolicella Classico Superiore is a "ripasso" method Valpolicella; meaning that following primary fermentation the wine sees a second fermentation with the addition of Amarone grapes and skins, creating a richer, more complex and more exciting final wine.

35% Corvina, 35% Corvinone, 23% Rondinella, 7% Oseleta

Located in Valgatara, in the depths of Valpolicella Classico, sits the family-run Luigi Righetti estate. Since 1909, when Angelo Righetti first earned a reputation as an outstanding winemaker, the family has focused on producing quality wines of distinction. Gianmaria and Giuseppe are the fourth generation of the Righetti family to carry on the family winemaking tradition. Gianmaria and Giuseppe’s father, Luigi, who is still active in the estate’s day-to-day operations, was the first in the family to consider production for consumers beyond the local market. Gian Maria has gone a step further by crafting wines with a more international flair. Campolieti means “happy fields” and refers to the vineyards from which the grapes are harvested. The wine is made of the traditional Corvina, plus other varietals that has had a second fermentation on the pressings of the Amarone grapes (a process called “ripasso”). You can smell Black-cherry with a raisin-like complex of scents. It has a deep flavor, round tastes punctuated by a slightly bitter hint, delivered with a graceful lightness. Pairs well with steak or pork roasts, hearty pastas, risotto with mushrooms, and seasonal hard cheeses. Enjoy!

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Silk-smooth thanks to nine months ageing in oak, this is richer and fuller than many Ripassos,making for an excellent Italian food wine.

Thanks to a profund understanding gained during years of research and experimentations, Allegrini has perfected a style of Amarone that maintains and even enhances the full potential of the grapes.

Grapes: Corvina 40%, Corvinone 30%, Rondinella 20%, Molinara 10%. Light bodied wine which has a shining ruby red color and scents of cherry, fresh almond and maraschino cherry.

A ripe, rich ruby red. On the nose, sweet, succulent fruit combines with smooth spice, followed by delicate notes of pungent spices, creating a full-volumed, enchanting aromatic complex. A tangy acidity beautifully supports the full body, so that the wine is smooth yet surprisingly vibrant as well. Stews and braises with polenta, game, beef strips with porcinis, roast lamb, and medium-aged cheeses.

Deep ruby red colour with good concentration. Plump red fruit combines well with sweet spices, then giving way to delicately spiced herbs. Full and satisfying. The harmonious balance struck by an excellent structure and vibrant acidity renders this wine both smooth and vivacious on the palate.

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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.