Allegrini Grola Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC 2021

A wine with a personal story: La Grola is the result of Giovanni Allegrini's dream to create a unique cru that perfectly embodies the character of Valpolicella. The blend of Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella comes from the vineyard of the same name, a site that has been considered one of the region's most exception... Read more
Vintage 2021
Size 0.75L
Aromas & flavours
Cherries Blackberries Spices Vanilla Tobacco
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How this wine tastes

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Flavour profile

The wine opens with intense aromas of blackcurrant, violet, and ripe cherries, followed by delicate notes of vanilla, tobacco, and dark chocolate. On the palate, the balance between ripe tannins and vibrant acidity is striking. The finish is long, layered, and velvety, with notes of red and black fruit. Serve preferably at 18°C ​​(64°F), ideal with lasagna alla Bolognese, braised mushrooms, or slow-cooked meat dishes with rich sauces.

Complexity
Complex & deep

Aromas & flavours

Grape & vineyard

Cherries Blackberries Spices

Winemaking & ageing

Vanilla Tobacco

From vineyard to bottle

The origin, grapes and craftsmanship behind this wine.

A wine with a personal story: La Grola is the result of Giovanni Allegrini's dream to create a unique cru that perfectly embodies the character of Valpolicella. The blend of Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella comes from the vineyard of the same name, a site that has been considered one of the region's most exceptional terroirs for decades. Here, structure, elegance, and complexity have fused together to create a wine that has since achieved cult status.

The grapes come from the southeastern La Grola vineyard, situated on calcareous and clayey soils. This location allows the grapes to benefit from early sunshine and a good temperature variation between day and night. The microclimate plays a key role in ripening, perfectly expressing aromas of ripe fruit and floral notes. The grapes were harvested by hand in the second half of September, with careful selection carried out directly in the vineyard.

After harvest, the grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks at temperatures between 20 and 25°C. Fermentation lasts approximately 15 days, with gentle extraction to preserve the finesse and fruitiness. The wine then ages for 16 months, with 50% going into used barriques and 50% into large 85-hectoliter vats. This is followed by a further 10 months of bottle aging before release.

Corvina Veronese – La Grola (70%)
This grape gives body, soft tannins and aromas of black fruit and spices.

Corvinone – La Grola (25%)
Strengthens the structure with extra concentration and elegance.

Rondinella – La Grola (5%)
Brings freshness, colour stability and subtle floral notes.

Allegrini's La Grola is not just a blend; it's the symbol of their terroir vision. The wine comes from an iconic plot considered a benchmark within the Valpolicella region. Here, power and elegance are masterfully combined to create a wine that garners international acclaim every year. A characterful, premium wine that reveals the soul of Valpolicella.

Allegrini
The wineryAllegrini Veneto · Italy

  • 2022 – 93 points (James Suckling)

  • 2022 – 92 points (Luca Maroni)

  • 2022 – 90 points (Wine Spectator)

Vintage 2021
The year 2021 in Veneto is considered an excellent vintage with a score of 94. The wines are currently still youthful and rich in tannins, suggesting great aging potential.

Herkomst & details

The wine’s characteristics, origin and practical details.

The wine

Red · Corvina Veronese, Corvinone, Rondinella · 2021
Wine type
Red
Wine category
Valpolicella Superiore
Varietal(s)
Corvina Veronese , Corvinone , Rondinella
Vintage
2021
Size
0.75 L
Alcohol content
13.5%
Closure
Cork

Origin & winery

Italy · Veneto
Producer
Allegrini
Country
Italy
Region
Veneto
Appellation
-

Terroir & maturation

16 maanden, 50% in gebruikte barriques en 50% in grote foeders van 85 hectoliter, ...
Soil
Kalkrijke en kleiige bodems
Maturation
16 maanden, 50% in gebruikte barriques en 50% in grote foeders van 85 hectoliter, gevolgd door 10 maanden flesrijping.
Oak aged
Yes
Single grape variety
-
Sparkling
No
Malolactic conversion
Yes

Serving & cellaring

Stewed meat, Game, Aged cheeses
Ideal serving temperature
18°C
Drinking Window
2024–2031
Food Pairing
Stewed meat,
Game,
Aged cheeses

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