Allegrini is an outstanding winery in northeastern Italy that is known for producing some of the best Valpolicella and Amarone. The Palazzo Della Torre is made of a similar mix of grapes used in Valpolicella: Corvina Veronese (70%), Rondinella (25%), and Sangiovese (5%); but it is made in an innovative ripasso style. Most (70%) of the grapes and are vinified immediately, but the remaining 30% are left to dry on the vine till December before they are mixed in. This is a truly delicious wine. The ripasso technique reduces the acidity and increases the concentration, resulting in a full bodied wine which is very smooth. It is a harmonious blend of black jammy fruit layered with spices that provides a long finish. It’s a great wine that is drinking well right now.
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