Cà dei Frati, Benaco Bresciano Pratto 2022 White

Cà dei Frati Pratto 2022 is an elegant and layered white wine from Benaco Bresciano, shaped by the moderating influence of Lake Garda. A distinctive blend of Turbiana, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, it combines tropical fruit and mineral freshness with a richer texture from barrel maturation. Its history is closely linked to the Dal Cero family, whose work helped establish the modern reputation and DOC status of the Lugana area.

Tasting Notes
The wine shows a bright, luminous appearance. On the nose, expressive tropical fruit is complemented by subtle mineral notes and refined aromatic nuances. The palate is rich and generous, with a rounded, almost sweet impression of fruit balanced by lively acidity. The finish is long, fresh and mineral, leaving a poised and elegant impression. With its combination of freshness, fruit and oak-derived texture, Pratto is enjoyable in its youth while also having the structure to develop greater harmony over the next few years. Store it in a cool, dark place and enjoy it while its vibrant fruit and mineral character remain at the forefront.

Production
The wine is produced in the Benaco Bresciano area, where Lake Garda moderates the climate and the Pelér wind contributes to significant day-to-night temperature variation. This helps the grapes retain freshness while developing expressive aromas. The Turbiana and Chardonnay undergo fermentation in stainless steel before being completed in barriques, with malolactic fermentation and 12 months of barrel maturation. Sauvignon Blanc is fermented and matured in stainless steel. The final wine then spends a further six months in bottle before release.

Food & Serving
Serve Pratto at approximately 10–12°C. Its richness and balanced acidity make it a versatile partner for refined starters such as foie gras, as well as white meat and fish seasoned with aromatic herbs. It also pairs well with mature cheeses. Decanting is not essential, but a brief airing in the glass or 15–20 minutes in a carafe can help reveal its layered fruit and mineral character.

Producer
Cà dei Frati’s roots reach back to at least 1782, when the estate was documented as a house with a wine cellar in Lugana, known as the “house of the brothers.” In 1939, Felice Dal Cero moved to Lugana di Sirmione, convinced of the area’s potential, and his son Pietro continued the family’s intensive work in the vineyards and cellar. In 1969, Pietro produced the first Lugana Casa dei Frati, while the family’s efforts also contributed to the creation of the Lugana DOC. Today, Cà dei Frati is one of the most recognised names associated with high-quality wines from the Lake Garda region.

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