E. & J. Gallo Winery (Gallo) announced today that it has been awarded the exclusive rights to distribute Italy's Allegrini wines in the United States beginning April 1, 2014.

"We have a real opportunity to more successfully compete in the luxury wine segment. Allegrini is a great addition to our portfolio and we're thrilled to have the chance to represent them," said Roger Nabedian, Senior Vice President of Gallo's Premium Wine Division. He added, "The Allegrini Estates consist of the historic Allegrini property in the Valpolicella region, which produces several noteworthy wines, as well as an up-and-coming property in the Bolgheri appellation of Tuscany, Poggio al Tesoro. We are excited to share these award-winning wines with American consumers."

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