2022 Grola, Allegrini

• Style: Structured, food-friendly Corvina
• Taste: Ripe blackberry, cherry, violet, tobacco, dark chocolate
• Food: BBQ & grilled, stews, roasts, game, mushroom
• Occasion: Date night, gifting, cellar worthy
• Serve: 16–18°C, in a generous glass

In the Glass — Tasting Notes

Blackberry and sour cherry emerge first, backed by violet florals and a savoury whisper of tobacco leaf and dark chocolate. The fruit sings with ripeness and intensity, yet refined tannins keep the whole experience poised rather than heavy. At 13% alcohol with crisp acidity, this wine sits comfortably at any table, structured yet approachable.

The Winery — Allegrini

The Allegrini family estate spans 120 hectares in the heart of Valpolicella Classico, where generations have refined their craft. Giovanni Allegrini pioneered bottling here; his children Walter, Marilisa, and Franco built on that legacy, with Franco becoming an inspiring custodian of quality winemaking until his death in 2022. Today, his sons Francesco, Giovanni and Matteo, alongside their cousin Silvia, carry forward this historic vision. The La Grola vineyard sits on south-facing slopes at 310 metres elevation with calcareous clay soils that produce grapes of unusual concentration through high-density spacing and careful yield management. The 2022 vintage encountered spring drought and summer heat, tempered by critical August rain—conditions that pushed fruit toward full maturity and balance. Corvina and Corvinone grapes fermented cool for 15 days, then aged 16 months in previously-used barrique and larger oak vessels before a further ten months in bottle, creating presence and grip without roughness.

At Your Table — Food Pairing & Serving

Pour this wine generously alongside roasted chicken or pork, grilled fish, or rich pasta dishes with tomato and meat. It's equally at home with aged cheeses and particularly shines with mushroom, truffle, game, and venison. The balance and refinement make it an ideal choice for date nights or as a thoughtful gift. Those building their cellar will find this worthy of keeping. Explore our Veneto selection and discover how regional character shapes every glass, or dive deeper into what Corvina & Corvinone offers across styles. Complete your Italian journey through our full Italy range. Vegan and vegetarian friendly.