Cà dei Frati, Lugana I Frati 2024 White

Cà dei Frati’s Lugana I Frati 2024 is a fresh, elegant expression of the Lugana appellation, shaped by the moderating influence of Lake Garda. Known for its refined balance of floral aromatics, mineral freshness and concentrated fruit, it reflects a winery whose roots in the area reach back to at least 1782 and whose work helped establish Lugana as a DOC in 1969.

Tasting Notes
Bright and delicate in appearance, the wine opens with aromas of white flowers, aromatic herbs and subtle notes of apricot and almond. With bottle age, its mineral character becomes increasingly pronounced. On the palate, it is complex and concentrated, combining spice and candied-fruit nuances with a rich, rounded texture. A lively freshness carries through to the finish, keeping the wine precise and refreshing. It is delicious in its youth, but its mineral profile and structure also allow it to develop added complexity over the next few years.

Production
The grapes are grown in Lugana near Lake Garda, where the lake’s large volume moderates temperatures and creates a favourable microclimate despite the area’s relatively flat landscape. Local breezes, including the Pelér wind, help maintain variation between day and night temperatures and preserve the grapes’ aromatic character. Following harvest, the wine undergoes partial malolactic fermentation, with approximately 80% completed, then spends six months on its lees in stainless-steel tanks before a further two months of bottle ageing.

Food & Serving
A versatile partner for refined hot or cold starters, Lugana I Frati also pairs beautifully with grilled or steamed fish, shellfish, delicate poultry and fresh vegetable dishes. Serve well chilled at around 10–12°C. Decanting is not necessary; simply open shortly before serving or allow the wine a little time in the glass to reveal its floral and mineral nuances.

Producer
Cà dei Frati’s history in Lugana di Sirmione dates back at least to 1782, when records referred to a property known as “the house with a cellar in Lugana,” named after the “place of the brothers.” In 1939, Felice Dal Cero moved to the area, convinced of its winemaking 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, Casa dei Frati. Today, Cà dei Frati is one of the best-known names associated with the region and its distinctive white wines.

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