Allegrini
Valpolicella Corvina Blend
Valpolicella, Verona, Veneto, Italy
I may be biased going into this review because the Allegrini Valpolicella (‘17) just happened to be the perfect pick for the mood and tone of the night. So bear with me as I attempt to not go overboard.
Even on the first pour it’s lush and soft but lively, with notes of rhyme, a very pronounced lining of berries that frames the expectation. The pour on the palate, even the first glass on the table is a soft and yet juicy combination of those very berries framed by soft tannins.
...it’s just a joy. Upon decanting the Corvina that’s the main player not only softens and “smiles”- but opens upon the palate with deeper and richer notes. For such an affordable wine. This thing is joy in a glass.
The finish is what I think is the only MINOR gripe regarding the wine from this vintage. It’s good and chewy but a little abbreviated.
But it too grows with time to breathe.
Anyway: loved it.
I may be biased going into this review because the Allegrini Valpolicella (‘17) just happened to be the perfect pick for the mood and tone of the night. So bear with me as I attempt to not go overboard.
Even on the first pour it’s lush and soft but lively, with notes of rhyme, a very pronounced lining of berries that frames the expectation. The pour on the palate, even the first glass on the table is a soft and yet juicy combination of those very berries framed by soft tannins.
...it’s just a joy. Upon decanting the Corvina that’s the main player not only softens and “smiles”- but opens upon the palate with deeper and richer notes. For such an affordable wine. This thing is joy in a glass.
The finish is what I think is the only MINOR gripe regarding the wine from this vintage. It’s good and chewy but a little abbreviated.
But it too grows with time to breathe.
Anyway: loved it.
Medium Ruby with aromas of red fruits and herbal notes. On the youthful palate flavors of plum, black cherry and raspberry, a bit rustic with herbal notes. Medium acidity and tannins, easy drinking good value wine on a medium finish. Tasting Sample.
Medium Ruby with aromas of red fruits and herbal notes. On the youthful palate flavors of plum, black cherry and raspberry, a bit rustic with herbal notes. Medium acidity and tannins, easy drinking good value wine on a medium finish. Tasting Sample.
Aug 9th, 2019
Red berries, violets and sweet spices dominate. Smooth tannins and pretty bright acidity.
Red berries, violets and sweet spices dominate. Smooth tannins and pretty bright acidity.
Oct 4th, 2021Nice full body red wine from Italy. Not too many tanins. Easy finish. Under $20 and perfect to bring to a casual dinner party or to be enjoyed any night of the week.
Nice full body red wine from Italy. Not too many tanins. Easy finish. Under $20 and perfect to bring to a casual dinner party or to be enjoyed any night of the week.
Jul 21st, 2020
Lighter, easy- going and just all around tasty. Haven’t had a Valpolicella in a while. They go with a wide range of foods. We had it with a chick pea salad and it was not overpowering. I’ve got to start drinking more Valpolicella.
Lighter, easy- going and just all around tasty. Haven’t had a Valpolicella in a while. They go with a wide range of foods. We had it with a chick pea salad and it was not overpowering. I’ve got to start drinking more Valpolicella.
Feb 21st, 2020This is so lovely. Fruity. Vanilla. Well balanced. Smooth. All the right things.
This is so lovely. Fruity. Vanilla. Well balanced. Smooth. All the right things.
Nov 7th, 2019
Bright, clear raspberry color. Sharp cherry, light body. More please!
Bright, clear raspberry color. Sharp cherry, light body. More please!
Sep 7th, 2019
