At a glance

Producer

Allegrini

Region

Valpolicella Classica, Veneto, Italy

Grape variety

Corvina, Rondinella, Oseleta, Croatina

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Off-Dry

Typical price

$70-$110 USD (average global retail price)

Tasting profile

Intense dried cherry, plum, fig, spice, dark chocolate, with floral and herbal undertones; powerful but elegant.

Evolution: Will gain tertiary aromas of leather, tobacco, forest floor; tannins and fruit integrate into velvety, harmonious layers.

At peak: Opulent, complex, and nuanced, with mature dried fruit, savory spice, and silky texture; legendary aging potential.

Structure

Acidity

Fresh, balancing the wine's richness and alcohol.

Tannins

Firm, ripe, and polished; grippy, indicative of aging potential.

Alcohol

High (average 15.5% ABV), in line with top Amarone styles.

Aging potential

Very high; classic Allegrini Amarone ages gracefully for 20-30 years in optimal conditions.

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2029 to 2051

Optimal window

2026 to 2054

Current status

Ready to drink

Current condition

Structured, with robust tannins and vibrant acidity; fruit-forward with signs of developing complexity.

Allegrini’s Amarone is famed for its longevity, with tannic and acidic structure supporting long-term evolution. 2019 is considered a superb vintage: structured, dense, but with freshness to ensure graceful aging.

Food pairing

Aged hard cheeses, braised beef, osso buco, wild game, truffle pasta, or rich mushroom risotto.

Serving

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — The firm tannins and aging potential suggest that decanting will help soften the wine and enhance its aromas and flavors.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 6/10

Allegrini employs integrated pest management, reduced chemical usage, biodiversity corridors, water-efficient irrigation, and lightweight bottles. Uses solar panels at the winery, but vineyards are not certified organic or biodynamic.

Allegrini is a leader in sustainable viticulture in Veneto, implementing eco-friendly farming and energy use, but does not have full organic or biodynamic certification for this cuvée. Carbon footprint is significant for global exports, though mitigated partially by lightened packaging and investments in renewable energy. Overall, Allegrini balances traditional methods with modern sustainability but is still transitioning compared to stricter benchmarks.