Cà dei Frati, Lugana Brolettino Privilegio di Famiglia 2020 White

Cà dei Frati Lugana Brolettino Privilegio di Famiglia 2020 is a refined white wine that showcases the depth and ageing potential of Lugana. Combining ripe fruit, floral nuances and carefully integrated oak, it offers considerably more structure and complexity than a straightforward young Lugana. Its story is closely tied to the Dal Cero family, whose work helped establish Lugana as a recognised DOC in 1969.

Tasting Notes
The wine has a bright, golden appearance. On the nose, it is rich and expressive, with aromas of ripe peach, yellow apple and wild rose petals, complemented by subtle hints of fresh balsamic and gentle oak spice. The palate is full-bodied and well structured, yet retains the freshness and elegance characteristic of fine wines from the southern shores of Lake Garda. Its layered fruit and balanced acidity make it enjoyable now, while the oak maturation and concentration suggest that it can develop further in bottle over the next several years.

Production
Produced in the Lugana region from the area’s traditional white grape, Turbiana, the wine benefits from the mild climate created by Lake Garda. The lake acts as a natural temperature regulator, while the movement of cool air—including the Pelér wind from the north—helps preserve freshness and encourages gradual ripening. Fermentation takes place in stainless-steel tanks and wooden barrels, with malolactic fermentation carried out in wood. The wine is then matured for 10 months in barriques, followed by a further three months of bottle ageing before release.

Food & Serving
Its combination of body, freshness and oak influence makes this Lugana a versatile partner for food. Serve it with grilled or roasted fish, shellfish, creamy risottos, poultry, veal, or pasta with rich vegetable and mushroom sauces. It also works well with mature, moderately firm cheeses. Serve lightly chilled at around 10–12°C. Decanting is not essential, but a short period of aeration in a carafe—or simply opening the bottle 20–30 minutes before serving—can help reveal its full aromatic complexity.

Producer
Cà dei Frati’s history in Lugana dates back centuries: documents show that the estate already existed in 1782 as a house with a wine cellar, known locally as the “place of the brothers.” In 1939, Felice Dal Cero moved to Lugana di Sirmione, convinced of the area’s potential. After decades of work in the vineyards and cellar, his son Pietro helped establish the Lugana DOC in 1969 and bottled the family’s first Lugana. Today, Cà dei Frati is one of the region’s most recognised producers, closely associated with the quality and international reputation of Lugana wines.

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