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Amarone

Valpolicella Red Blend

The Allegrini Amarone is a magnificent red blend hailing from the renowned Valpolicella region in Italy, celebrated for its rich winemaking heritage. This wine showcases a full-bodied character, offering an appealing balance of complexity and depth. The acidity is bright and lively, enhancing the overall structure and creating a mouthwatering experience. Notably, the fruit intensity is prominent, featuring luscious flavors of dark cherry, ripe plum, and hints of dried fruits that invite exploration with each sip. The tannins are notably firm, providing a robust backbone while allowing the wine's vibrant fruit to shine through. With a delightful dryness that perfectly complements its flavor profile, the Allegrini Amarone is an exceptional choice for those seeking a wine that embodies the elegance and tradition of its region.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Valpolicella

The northern Italian area of Valpolicella is famed for its red wines. Located in Verona to the east of Lake Garda, the principal grapes here are Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara. Valpolicella is tangy and cherry-fresh, perfect with pizza and pasta. Classico and Superiore wines from hillside vineyards offer extra depth and spice notes. But for real complexity, look to Amarone della Valpolicella. Made from partially dried grapes (called "appassimento"), this full-bodied wine offers gorgeous fruit flavors and ages for at least two years in oak. There is also Valpolicella Ripasso, a wine made by putting Valpolicella through pressed Amarone grapes. The DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) designation for Italian wines was introduced in the 1960s. It is the main classification system used in the country and regulates what winemakers can and cannot do regarding wine style, varietal restrictions, minimum and maximum alcohol levels, aging techniques and growing regions.

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