Grola Faccincani Limited
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Typically best enjoyed 5 to 12 years from the vintage release, when its robust tannins soften and complex tertiary notes of tobacco and leather begin to emerge.
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Roasted red meats, slow-cooked game dishes, and mature cheeses such as Parmigiano-Reggiano or aged Pecorino.
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Hailing from the legendary La Grola hill in Sant'Ambrogio di Valpolicella, this limited edition bottling from the pioneering Allegrini family celebrates both viticultural excellence and fine art. The label features the vibrant, sun-drenched artwork of renowned Veronese painter Athos Faccincani, capturing the colorful spirit of the Veneto landscape. The wine itself is a masterclass in modern Veronese winemaking, typically crafted from a blend of Corvina Veronese and the rare, ancient grape Oseleta. Grown on a high-altitude, wind-swept plateau of white limestone soils with views of Lake Garda, the grapes develop intense aromatic complexity and refined structure. After careful hand-harvesting, the wine is aged in French oak barriques for approximately 16 months, resulting in a deep ruby red profile rich with dark wild berries, black pepper, juniper, and elegant balsamic undertones.
🍾 wine.about_producer
With a winemaking heritage in the Valpolicella region dating back to the 16th century, Allegrini is one of Italy's most prestigious and pioneering estates, located in the heart of Fumane di Valpolicella. Under the visionary leadership of the late Giovanni Allegrini and subsequently his children, the family revolutionized local viticulture by introducing high-density Guyot vine training and single-vineyard expressions like the iconic La Grola and the pure Corvina bottling, La Poja. The estate is celebrated for its masterful execution of the traditional appassimento technique for Amarone della Valpolicella, alongside modern innovations like Palazzo della Torre and the approachable Corte Giara line. Today, Allegrini remains a benchmark of quality, combining deep respect for Veneto's terroir with a relentless pursuit of elegance, structure, and complexity.