Aromas of red-skinned berries, spice and underbrush shape the nose. The easygoing palate shows ripe red cherry and white pepper alongside smooth tannins. Enjoy soon to catch the fruit richness.

The 2020 Valpolicella is floral and earthy, with wild herbs and cherry tones that fill out the bouquet. THis is soft-textured, yet with stimulating acidity and tart red berries that balance the expression quite nicely. The 2020 tapers off staining and long, with primary concentration adding grip, yet otherwise remarkably fresh.

Simple and showing easy primary fruit, the entry-level Allegrini 2020 Valpolicella offers one-dimensional tones of cherry and fresh plum. There are some softer renderings of blue flower, earth and toasted almond at the back. It's a great choice for burger night.

A bright, light-bodied red, with pretty cherry blossom, violet and herb aromas and a brambly mix of ripe strawberry and blueberry fruit. Try this lightly chilled with salumi or chicken on the grill. Corvina and Rondinella. Drink now. 25,000 cases made, 8,500 cases imported.