Allegrini
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2021
| Denomination | DOCG Amarone della Valpolicella Classico |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 16.0% by volume |
| Area | Veneto (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 45% Corvina, 45% Corvinone, 5% Oseleta, 5% Rondinella |
| Aging | In new barriques for 18 months, then 7 months in bulk and about 14 months of bottle ageing. |
- Name and vintage: Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2021, 16% vol
- Grape variety: 45% Corvina, 45% Corvinone, 5% Oseleta, 5% Rondinella
- Method: 40–45% drying of the grapes, fermentation in steel between 8 and 22°C for around 25 days
- Ageing: 18 months in new barriques, 7 months in bulk, followed by 14 months in bottle
- Profile and pairings: notes of dried violet and blackberry, mineral finish; ideal with game and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Amarone della Valpolicella Classico by Allegrini is a prestigious Venetian red wine created from a meticulous blend of Corvina, Corvinone, Oseleta and Rondinella grapes. Following a careful process of natural drying, its sensory profile reveals enveloping notes of dried violets, ripe blackberries, sweet spices and intriguing hints of cocoa and confit tomato. On the palate, it displays a broad and robust structure, supported by a vibrant balance between acidity and finely crafted tannins, finishing with a mineral note of rare persistence. This red is the ideal pairing for game dishes, grilled meats and mature cheeses, and also harmoniously accompanies the sweet and sour preparations of Asian cuisine.
Where it comes from
This territorial expression comes to life in the vineyards located in Fumane, in the heart of the Valpolicella Classica, in the province of Verona. The vines grow at an altitude between 180 and 280 metres above sea level, benefiting from excellent south-east exposure. The terroir is distinguished by marked heterogeneity, characterised by clay and limestone soils rich in stones and well-drained, enriched with volcanic components. These pedoclimatic conditions give the grapes optimal ripening and a solid aromatic profile, shaping a mineral taste identity and a profound territorial expression.
How it is produced
The harvest is carried out by hand at the end of September, carefully selecting the bunches destined to rest in the drying loft to encourage the natural reduction in grape weight. Crushing takes place at the beginning of January, followed by fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, with gentle daily pump-overs to extract colour and structure. The evolution of this red continues with a long rest in new barrels, where the wine acquires complexity and harmony for eighteen months. The maturation process is completed by a further refinement in the bottle, a fundamental stage that integrates the aromatic components and ensures a clear, powerful and long-lived organoleptic profile.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1854, the Allegrini company is a true emblem of excellence in the Valpolicella Classica. Across its 150 hectares of vineyards, the traditional Trentino pergola is masterfully combined with the Guyot system. Thanks to the skilful work of the oenologists and the renowned natural drying of the grapes, the Amarone DOCG 2021 comes to life—a masterpiece that faithfully reflects the soul of the region. Maturation in new barriques perfects a monumental red wine, capable of uniting historical heritage and forward-looking vision in a memorable tasting experience.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1854
- Oenologist: Paolo Mascanzoni e Lorenzo Fortini
- Bottles produced: 850.000
- Hectares: 150
Belonging to the family of the same name since the 16th century, the Allegrini winery is located in the Valpolicella Classica area: in particular, it is situated where vines such as corvina, molinara and rondinella give life to what are considered some of the best red wines of the Peninsula. xtraWine offers numerous bottles of Allegrini Allegrini wines that stand out for their refinement and elegance, very pleasant and capable of enveloping you with every sip, conquering even the most demanding palates. This is due to continuous improvements in production such as the introduction of the use of barriques alongside the traditional large barrels, and even a reduction in the ageing period so as not to alter too much the quality of the grapes used.
Not only Valpolicella, on xtraWine you can find Allegrini wines such as Amarone, Valpolicella and Recioto. Read more
| Name | Allegrini Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 16.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 45% Corvina, 45% Corvinone, 5% Oseleta, 5% Rondinella |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Veneto |
| Vendor | Allegrini |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1854, the Allegrini company is a true emblem of excellence in the Valpolicella Classica. Across its 150 hectares of vineyards, the traditional Trentino pergola is masterfully combined with the Guyot system. Thanks to the skilful work of the oenologists and the renowned natural drying of the grapes, the Amarone DOCG 2021 comes to life—a masterpiece that faithfully reflects the soul of the region. Maturation in new barriques perfects a monumental red wine, capable of uniting historical heritage and forward-looking vision in a memorable tasting experience. |
| Origin | Fumane di Valpolicella (Verona) |
| Soil composition | Very varied, mostly calcareous, stony and well-drained |
| Cultivation system | Old plantings: Trentino pergola; new plantings: simple Guyot. |
| Plants per hectare | Old plantings: about 3,000 vines/ha; new plantings: about 5,000 vines/ha. |
| Harvest | Third week of September |
| Fermentation temperature | 8-22 °C |
| Fermentation | Approximately 25 days |
| Production technique | Natural drying of the grapes in a drying room (approximately 40-45% weight loss), followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature with daily pump-overs |
| Wine making | Natural over-ripening in a drying room with a weight loss of the grapes of 40-45%; crushing and destemming of the grapes in the first half of January; fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature. |
| Aging | In new barriques for 18 months, then 7 months in bulk and about 14 months of bottle ageing. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |