Allegrini Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2020 is a bold yet refined expression of this iconic style, crafted from air-dried grapes grown in high-altitude vineyards. Fragrant and full-bodied, it opens with notes of dried cherry, sandalwood, licorice, and thyme, layered over a dense core of cassis and cranberry. Oak-derived tannins are finely integrated, giving structure without overshadowing the wine’s freshness and mineral lift. Elegant and powerful, this Amarone is built to evolve beautifully with time.

Jamessuckling.com | JS 94
Published: May 3, 2024

A bold interpretation of Amarone. Refined aromas of licorice, dried cherries, camphor and menthol reverberate across a compact, dense mid-palate. At this early stage, the tannins feel largely oak-derived. But there is nothing blunt about them and there is ample mineral infusion and freshness. Bottle age will serve this rich Amarone well, placating the primary fruit while transforming the wine into something far more complex. Very good. Drink or hold.

Jancisrobinson.com | JR 17
Published: Dec 5, 2024
Drink: 2024-2032

Full bottle 1,426 g. Certified sustainable (3E Equalitas Sustainable Winery). 45% Corvina, 45% Corvinone, 5% Rondinella, 5% Oseleta. Most of the fruit comes from Marezzane and Villa Cavarena vineyards at 450 to 520 m – cool vineyards with a wide diurnal range in summer, so sugar levels don't rise as fast but they get full phenolic ripeness. Grapes are dried in the Allegrini's state-of-the-art drying facility for four months, losing 40–45% of their weight. After a soft pressing, the wine ferments in steel tanks and ages in new barriques for 18 months, in large barrels for seven months and in bottle for about 14 months. RS 3.4 g/l.
Quite fragrant. Bitter cherry, cigar and sandalwood. The fruit has cranberry etch and cassis bass tones, and the grace notes are singing with thyme and tiny violets. Tannins strong and broad but tucked in and pleached to the fruit. It's bone dry and achingly fresh. Remarkably elegant for an Amarone.

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Thanks to a profund understanding gained during years of research and experimentations, Allegrini has perfected a style of Amarone that maintains and even enhances the full potential of the grapes.
TASTING NOTES
The result of the Allegrini family's expertise, a true classic of the appellation, this red wine embraces tradition, territory and the know-how of country ways. Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella and Oseleta are left to air dry at least until December and are checked daily to ensure perfectly healthy grapes.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
Traditionally enjoyed with game, roasted and grilled meats, casseroles and well matured cheeses. Excellent with hearty dishes. Amarone's distinctive flavour compliments new and exotic sweet and sour dishes. It is therefore also perfect with Asian and middle-eastern dishes. Serve at 18C (64F) and open the bottle an hour before drinking. This wine has the potential to age for more than 20 years.

Alcohol content: 16.27% Vol
Total acidity 6.20 g/l
Residual sugar 3.4 g/l
Dry extract 36.7 g/l
pH 3.40