Country: Italy Region: Lugana, Lombardia
Varietal: 100% Turbiana
Vintage: 2019 Colour: White Style: Dry
Producer: Cá dei Frati
Country: Italy Region: Lugana, LombardiaVarietal: 100% Turbiana
Vintage: 2020 Colour: White Style: Dry
Producer: Cá dei Frati
Country: Italy Region: Lugana, Lombardia
Varietal: 100% Turbiana
Vintage: 2020 Colour: White Style: Dry
Producer: Cá dei Frati
VINTAGEThe 2020 vintage was varied but balanced. Spring was mild, which
allowed for healthy budding and fruit set. Rainfall in June created
excellent water reserves in the soils for the warm July that followed.
Hailstorms affected some of the vineyards in August, but much of
the crop was saved. Ca' dei Frati is excited by the quality of the
2020 fruit.
PRODUCER
The Dal Cero family has transformed their Ca' dei Frati property,
situated on the southern shores of Lake Garda, into a model Italian
estate over the past two decades. Back in 1987, they had 12
hectares of vineyard but now, following the purchase of a large
chunk of prime vineyard in 2008, they have over 160 hectares. This
increase in quantity has been matched by an increase in quality
and today they remain the best producer in Lugana.
VINEYARDS
The secret to the success of the Cà dei Frati wines is outstanding
vineyards. Most producers in the zone over crop and train the vines
high. At Cà dei Frati, the vines are trained low, on single or double
Guyot, newer vineyards have a higher density of planting, and
yields are well below the average for the zone. Vines are 10 to 35
years old. In Lugana, the Turbiana grape is grown on the glacial
soils just to the south of Lake Garda. The warmer days give wines
with more weight and intensity than those from 60 kilometres to
the east. The cool nights, thanks to the moderating influence of
the lake, ensure the grapes retain aroma and acidity.
VINIFICATION
Grapes were hand picked and selected in the vineyards. Once
arrived at the winery, they are pressed with a pneumatic press.The
must was fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks
to preserve its natural fresh fruit character. The wine then matured
on its lees in 500HL stainless steel tanks for six months, before
spending a further two months in bottle before release.
TASTING NOTES
Pale yellow in colour with a concentrated but fresh perfume of
white flowers, peaches, spice and candied fruits. `I Frati` Lugana
2020 has an excellent depth and balance, and a crisp, saline
finish