{"product_id":"allegrini-valpolicella-classico-superiore-grola-2023","title":"Allegrini Valpolicella Classico Superiore Grola 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat type of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eValpolicella Classico Superiore La Grola\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eAllegrini\u003c\/strong\u003e is a still red wine born from an elegant blend of Corvina Veronese, Corvinone and Rondinella grapes. This Controlled Designation of Origin (DOC) from Veneto stands out for its solid and defined character, with a tannic structure balanced by \u003cstrong\u003eripe and juicy fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e and a lively freshness. The sensory profile offers a \u003cstrong\u003evaried bouquet of fruit and flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e enriched by notes of vanilla, tobacco and dark chocolate, for a wine fermented in steel and aged in large and small barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine comes from the prestigious \u003cstrong\u003eLa Grola vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e, situated in the heart of Valpolicella, in the province of Verona. The vines benefit from a south-east exposure, rooting in \u003cstrong\u003epredominantly calcareous and clayey\u003c\/strong\u003e soil, rich in stones and poor in organic matter. These geological characteristics, typical of the terroir, favour the expression of wines with great structural balance and freshness, reflecting the peculiarities of the Venetian landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins in the second half of September with a \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e and a careful selection of the bunches. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature for 15 days, applying delicate extractions to preserve the aromatic integrity of the grapes. Subsequently, the wine matures for 16 months: one half ages in \u003cstrong\u003esecond-passage barriques\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the other half rests in \u003cstrong\u003elarge barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e. This process concludes with a further 10 months of bottle ageing before being released onto the market, defining its natural elegance and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in \u003cstrong\u003e1854\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003eAllegrini\u003c\/strong\u003e winery represents a long tradition in Valpolicella. The La Grola label was born from the visionary project of Giovanni Allegrini, with the aim of creating a \u003cstrong\u003ered wine\u003c\/strong\u003e with a unique character. The 2023 vintage was challenging due to the unstable weather, but the favourable climate in September allowed for high-quality grapes to be obtained. The wine has received accolades such as the \u003cstrong\u003eTre Bicchieri Gambero Rosso\u003c\/strong\u003e and 94 points from James Suckling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allegrini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48211440763051,"sku":"62859","price":34.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/allegrini-valpolicella-classico-superiore-grola-2023_62859_1_0ec65ade-3128-4a08-89c9-dc7347b0a21b.webp?v=1792414551","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-uk\/products\/allegrini-valpolicella-classico-superiore-grola-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}