Ratings
JS 91 · WE 90-92 · WS 89
Identity
| Producer | Allegrini |
| Year | 2023 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOC |
| Grapes | 70% Corvina Veronese, 30% Rondinella |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Ruby red with purplish-blue and violet highlights. |
| Aroma | Cherry, black cherries, plums, red berries, aromatic herbs, violets, camphor, licorice root, pepper, dried oregano, thyme, subtle spices. |
| Palate | Polished and smooth with well-integrated compact tannins; lively acidity; light tannins; medium-bodied; balanced fruit and spice; fresh and silky texture. |
| Finish | Good medium plus finish with vibrant acidity lifting bright cherry flavors; fresh and fruity-sweet finish. |
| Food Pairing | Italian appetizers, pasta dishes, white meats, roast meat, grilled meat. |
| Serving Temp | 16 |
| Aging Potential | 3-5 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 13.0 |
| Aging Process | Aged in stainless steel tanks for a few months, then 2 months in bottle. |
| Fermentation | Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks at 25-31°C for about 9 days. |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 180-280 |
| Vine Age | 30 |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes hand-harvested in mid-September from the hills of Fumane di Valpolicella. |
Interesting facts
| The Allegrini family has been producing wine in Valpolicella since the 16th century; Hemingway favored this wine; it is a classic Valpolicella with a simple but refined introduction to Corvina Veronese. |