Valpolicella Classico DOC Allegrini
| Sommelier score | 88/100 | 2024 |
| James Suckling | 90/100 | 2017 |
| 4 Grappoli AIS |
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2017 |
| 2 Bicchieri gambero rosso |
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2017 |
| Winery | Allegrini |
| Denomination | Valpolicella Classico Doc |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Grapes | 65% Corvina Veronese, 30% Rondinella e 5% Molinara |
| Alcohol content | 13,00% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | VR 7290 |
| Winery headquarter | Allegrini - Fumane (VR) - Via Giare, 9/11 |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | White Meat, Grilled meat, Roast meat, Risotto, Scallops with mushrooms, Medium-aged cheeses, Meat and game stew, Pasta all'amatriciana |
| Region | Venetian (Italy) |
| Style | Light and fresh |
| Wine list | Valpolicella Classico |
Valpolicella Classico DOC is a red wine signed Allegrini, family which is protagonist of the Valpolicalla since the sixteenth century, and since then has perpetuated the culture of wine. The vines located in Fumane in a hilly area have an average age of 30 year. The grapes that give life to this wine are: 65% Corvina Veronese, 30% Rondinella and 5% Molinara, indigenous grapes of Valpolicella. The harvest takes place in September, strictly by hand, and after a soft pressing, takes place the fermentation with a duration of about 9 days. The aging is made in steel for 9 months, followed by 2 months in the bottle.
Characteristics of Valpolicella Classico
Its color is intense ruby red with violet hues. The aroma is fruity with a predominance of cherry, notes of herbs and pepper. If drunk young impresses with its sleek and juicy taste, after a few years is more delicate.
Recommended pairings while tasting this wine of Allegrini Winery
Serve in goblets of medium width at a temperature of 16°C. Excellent with Italian appetizers, white meats, roast and grilled meat.
