Wine Description:

The 2022 vintage will certainly be remembered as a particularly dry one, certainly among the driest and hottest of all time. The vine, being a Mediterranean plant, resisted well overall and the ripening progressed uniformly, also as a result of the careful management of emergency irrigation. This was an indispensable tool in guaranteeing the aromatic complexity and the organoleptic balance of the grapes and, consequently, of the wines. 

The final stages of ripening came about during some welcome August rainfall, which helped the vines to reach harvest-time in an appropriate vegetative state, thus perfectly completing the process of ripening. Early ripening and its rapid progress brought about a harvest with high sugar content and relatively low acidity . The dry, non-sparkling style of Lugana in its simplest versions is excellent as an aperitif and paired with appetizers or freshwater fish such as trout, perch and whitefish. 

The versatility of this wine goes even further: the international appeal of the flavour of Lugana makes it a perfect match with raw fish, such as the Japanese preparations of sashimi and sushi and international variations on the theme. It is also ideal with salmon and tuna and goes perfectly with fish-based finger food.

Serve chilled at 12°C (53°F). ml 750 ml At harvest time, the perfectly ripe grapes bear mature white fruit embraced by fresh floral notes and hints of almond. The palate immediately registers its typical richness, while the marked acidity provides a sinuous mouthfeel and lends suppleness.

About Allegrini Winery:

The company, which is among the most important landowning families, experienced a profound period of transformation starting in the 1960s with Giovanni Allegrini. Recognized as one of the greatest architects of the rebirth of Valpolicella, Giovanni perfected the art of winemaking, meticulously selecting the grapes and introducing some important innovations in viticulture and oenology.

One of the most prestigious winegrowing districts in Italy, Valpolicella has been dedicated to viticulture since ancient times, as the etymology of its name confirms: ‘val polis cellae’ – the ‘valley of the many cellars’. Located in western Veneto, between Verona and Lake Garda, it is bordered to the north by the Lessini Mountains.

The area called Valpolicella Classica, the most supremely well-suited to the production of fine, prestigious wines due to its predominantly hilly location, is made up of 5 municipalities: Sant’Ambrogio, San Pietro in Cariano, Fumane, Marano and Negrar. The soil is mainly calcareous, and, geologically, scholars believe it dates back to the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods. The climate is generally mild and temperate with between 900 and 1100 mm of rainfall per year. The area is steeped in history and culture: those who visit easily come across ancient churches, Renaissance villas and important examples of rural architecture.