Allegrini 2004 Veronese Palazzo Della Torre

WA 90pts. Winemaker's Notes - A smooth, full-bodied cru made in an innovative ripasso style, sacrificing its DOC status by replacing the Molinara grape with Sangiovese. 70% of the grapes picked are vinified immediately. The remaining 30% are left to dry until the end of December when they are vinified and then re-fermented with the wine from the fresh grapes. The result is higher alcohol content, rounder style, lower acidity and more extraction than a Valpolicella Classico. A classic accompaniment to grilled or roasted vegetable or meat dishes. Made from 70% Corvina Veronese, 25% Rondinella and 5% Sangiovese The first vintage was bottled in 1997, and 220,000 bottles are produced annually.