2022 Allegrini - Veronese Rosso IGT Palazzo della Torre (750ml)

The 2022 Palazzo della Torre Veronese Rosso IGT distinguishes itself through a deliberate dual-harvest protocol applied to Corvina Veronese, Corvinone, Rondinella, and Sangiovese cultivated on the Allegrini estate vineyards in Fumane di Valpolicella. Approximately seventy percent of the grapes ferment immediately after an early October pick, while the remaining thirty percent is harvested in September and partially dried across several months before separate vinification.

Once combined, the stream splits merge for a second fermentation and rest fifteen months in second-use French oak barriques before release. This double-fermentation framework, refined by Franco Allegrini to bypass restrictive DOC formatting limits, generates structural balance and concentrated phenolic extraction. The technique anchors the wine’s identity today as the next Allegrini generation manages the Fumane properties.

In the glass, the vintage reveals a deep ruby core with vivid purple reflections. The nose opens with wild berries, ripe plum, sweet cherry, and sun-cured raisin, brightened by a sharp balsamic thread that weaves through dark chocolate, roasted coffee, and licorice. The palate delivers a velvety mouthfeel anchored by soft, polished tannins that sustain a extended, clean finish.

Its robust extract and savory aroma profile make it a dependable companion for roasted meats, traditional braised dishes, and aged cheeses. The built-in freshness cuts through rich proteins efficiently, while the toasted oak layer echoes herb-accented or wood-fired preparations without overpowering the primary fruit.