1998 Recioto Della Valpolicella Classico, Giovanni Allegrini

The Velvet Heirloom

A rare mature Recioto with the quiet grandeur of an old family treasure. Deep ruby in spirit, now softened by time, it opens with dried cherry, fig, black plum and raisin, moving into dark chocolate, sweet spice, tobacco leaf and a flicker of thyme. The sweetness is rich and enveloping, but beautifully balanced by freshness and fine tannin, giving the wine that wonderful feeling of velvet, depth and poise.

For when
You want a contemplative bottle for the end of a meal, a special dessert or a fireside glass that deserves time.

Pairs with
Dark chocolate tart, cherry clafoutis, aged blue cheese, fig and walnut cake, tiramisu or rich almond pastries.

Allegrini is one of the great historic names of Valpolicella, a family estate that helped define the modern reputation of the region. This wine is dedicated to Giovanni Allegrini, the visionary founder and a great lover of Recioto, the ancient sweet red style now recognised as the noble forefather of Amarone. It is a bottle rooted in memory, tradition and the deep character of Valpolicella.