This Villa della Torre, a magical place of the Italian Renaissance, is today the heritage of the Allegrini family. The project by Giulio Romano and Michele Sanmicheli provided for the re-proposal of the Domus of Ancient Rome, with all its glories and its classical magnificence.
10 wineries all around the world: this is the Gem of the Crown.
After the relaunch of the Palazzo della Torre wine with the “double fermentation” method, it has become one of the most loved and appreciated Italian red wines. Inserted 6 times (I mean SIX !!!) in the Top 100 of Wine Spectator, it is one of the wines that made Allegrini famous all over the world
Live an impossible elsewhere PRIVATE VERTICAL OF OLD VINTAGES wine tasting in a EXCLUSIVE PRIVATE HALL in this absolutely unique location, after visting the Peristyle, the true heart of the house, with the motifs of Water as a vital element (the Peschiera) and of Fire, as a witness of strength and beauty (the Mascheroni Chimneys by G. Battista Scultori).
LOCATION: VENETO
VILLA DELLA TORRE, representative seat of the Allegrini family companies.Fumane, Verona
SUPERSTARS:
- The location: Villa della Torre, a magical place of the Italian Renaissance
- The Allegrini family
- Vertical (old vintages) wine tasting impossible elsewhere
- Tailor-made wine pairing lunch
- EXCLUSIVE DEDICATED HALL & AMBASSADOR
TOP WINE:
Allegrini Verona PALAZZO della TORRE WINE SPECTATOR Top 100 for 6 TIMES !!!
VILLA DELLA TORRE, among the rare and precious jewels of the Italian Renaissance, is the work of the masters Giulio Romano and Michele Sanmicheli who designed its shapes between 1440 and 1562, according to the model of the ancient Roman DOMUS. Purchased in 2008 by Marilisa Allegrini, tofday hosts a Wine & Art relais and is home of the Villa della Torre wine company, a project followed by the daughters of Marilisa, Carlotta and Caterina
- Exclusive dedicated Ambassador all the time.
- A member of the Allegrini family to greet guests.
- Complete VISIT, even of special areas NOT usually made to visit to “common” tourists (private apartments, undergrounds, etc.).
- TASTING: in the rooms with the large Renaissance Mascheroni Fireplaces, led by a professional expert, in the form of a VERTICAL (old vintages) of our Amarone.
- LUNCH: (also in a “special” area) full lunch, at least 5 courses, complete with aperitif and dessert, of very typical and traditional local dishes, but of “noble” tables, with our wines in matching for each course.
- After lunch, relaxing and digestive GUIDED TOUR OF VINEYARDS or other, weather permitting…
Allegrini Verona PALAZZO della TORRE WINE SPECTATOR Top 100 for 6 TIMES:
- in 2011, Vint. 2008 n.60, 90 pts.
This sleek, polished red offers juicy blackberry and black fruit flavors, backed by refined tannins and well-integrated acidity. Hard to stop sipping. Corvina Veronese, Rondinella and Sangiovese. Drink now through 2020. 26,000 cases imported. —AN - in 2005, Vint. 2001 n.80, 90 pts.
Densely packed on the nose, with currants, flowers, minerals and oak. Medium- to full-bodied, with spicy dried fruit flavors, firm tannins and a long, minerally finish. One of the best values in outstanding wines from Italy. Best after 2006. 22,500 cases made. —JS
- in 2004, Vint. 2000 n.65, 90 pts.
Lots of black fruit, violet and mineral character. Full-bodied, with densely packed fruit on a rounded, expansive palate, with well-integrated tannins and a long, fruity, minerally finish. Delicious now, but should open up even more. A great value at this score. Best after 2004. 22,500 cases made. —JS - in 2003, Vint. 1999 n.58, 90 pts.
A gorgeous wine. This shows beautiful perfumes of ripe fruit, with hints of spicy oak and dried flowers. Full-bodied, with superfine, silky tannins and a long, long finish. Best from 2004 through 2008. 18,180 cases made. —JS - in 2002, Vint. 1998 n.64, 90 pts.
Beautiful aromas of minerals, berries and violets, with just the right amount of toasted oak. Medium- to full-bodied, with fine tannins, but slightly austere on the finish. Best after 2002. 14,000 cases made. —JS - in 2001, Vint. 1997 n.38, 92 pts.
This Veneto red is glorious and rich, yet sophisticated. Dark ruby color, it emits aromas of raisins and berries, and hints of cocoa and spice. It’s full-bodied, with chewy yet velvety tannins and a long, long finish. Best after 2001. 11,000 cases made. —JS
Tailor-made wine pairing LUNCH: (also in a “special” area) full lunch, at least 5 courses, complete with aperitif and dessert, of very typical and traditional local dishes, but of “noble” tables, with our TOP (Veneto) wine different in matching for each course. The dishes will seasonally vary, the classic menu includes: – Small tastings of local specialties – Risotto with Amarone – Duck breast with glazed onions and raisins – Amaretto semifreddo, prepared by the Housewives – Wines: Villa della Torre, Lugana – Allegrini, Palazzo della Torre – Allegrini, La Grola – Allegrini, Amarone Classico della Valpolicella – Allegrini, Recioto della Valpolicella Classica Giovanni Allegrini
NOTE:
this ON SITE experience lasts about 8 (eight) hours and STARTS at 09.00 a.m.
Number of People: Min 2 (two), Max 8 (eight)
Please note: PRIVATE tour, so you’ll never be mixed with other people.
ON REQUEST:
– FULL DAY SIGHTSEEING IN LUXURY CAR, LIMO, VAN OR HELICOPTER with English speaking professional driver/pilot. Departure from any main location, example Rome, Civitavecchia, Livorno, La Spezia, Milan, Florence, Bologna, Venice, Verona, Garda Lake, etc.
– PRO Photographer/videomaker
– Mr. Marco Tenerini as your “emotional storytelling guide” for the whole day.