Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2017 Allegrini 75 cl

Description

History

The Allegrini family is an important family in the world of wine in the Valpolicella area; documents attest to the presence of the latter in the area as early as the sixteenth century. One of the leading figures in the family was Giovanni Allegrini, who began working in the company at a very young age and greatly perfected the art of winemaking. Today the company is skilfully led by their children Franco Allegrini and Marilisa Allegrini and their respective children, who follow the path already traced by Giovanni.

Grapes used

Corvina 80% Rondinella 15% Oseleta 5%

Production method

Amarone is usually produced starting from Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara grapes which are dried for 3-4 months before fermentation. The wine then matures in wooden barrels for at least two years, giving life to a full-bodied, concentrated wine with fruity and spicy notes.

Alcohol content

15.5%

Tasting notes

Dark and very intense garnet red colour. On the nose notes of stewed fruit, cherry and sour cherry jam, blueberries, dried violets, black pepper, sweet tobacco, cinnamon, vanilla. In the mouth the wine is full-bodied, enveloping and ample, with elegant acidity and refined tannins. Long and pleasant finish.

Possible combinations

Allegrini Amarone is ideal in combination with important meat or game dishes, with a good structure and flavoursome. Also perfect in combination with tasty and very aged cheese platters. Amarone is also thought to be a great meditation wine, especially if left to age for a few years.