This blend of 70% Corvina Veronese, 25% Rondinella
and
5% Sangiovese is a smooth, full-bodied cru made in an innovative ripasso
style.
After the harvest, the grapes from the Palazzo della Torre vineyard
follow two
different paths: while 70% of the grapes are vinified immediately after
the
harvest, the remaining percentage is dried until the end of December. At
this
point, the wine ferments again with the dried grapes. This wine will age
easily
for 8-10 years. Deep ruby red in color, it has a delicious red berry
perfume,
with hints of raisins and plums.
The 2006 Palazzo della Torre comes across as
somewhat
restrained for this wine. This is a very polished, elegant Palazzo della
Torre
with pretty layers of mocha, spices and new leather that add complexity
to the
fresh, vibrant fruit. Palazzo della Torre is 70% Corvina Veronese, 25%
Rondinella and 5% Sangiovese. The addition of 30% dried fruit (Amarone
style)
adds an extra dimension of complexity. The retro 1970's label is also
quite
attractive. - 90 points by Robert Parker |
