Ca dei Frati > Lombardia

Four generations of the Dal Cero family have worked at Ca dei Frati since acquiring the estate in 1940. The winery is located on the south banks of Lake Garda near the Sirmione peninsula. Twenty hectares of vineyards, with predominantly clay soil provide all of the grapes used in the production. The focus of the estate is the local Trebbiano-based Lugana. At Ca dei Frati, Lugana is interpreted in a variety of styles, some innovative and some traditional, all however, true to the spirit of the region and its proud wine heritage. The wines are elegant in structure with a hint of wildness and are unique for their concentration, complexity, and expressiveness.

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Lugana Brolettino

100% Lugana (Trebbiano).
Sourced from I Frati - Sirmione Ronchedone - Desenzano del Garda vineyards, all on chalky clay soils. Harvested in mid October. Fermentation in a mix of stainless steel and barrique. Malolactic fermentation in barrique. Aged in barrique for 10 months, followed by 3 months bottle aging prior to release.

Brolettino is made by carefully selecting the best grapes from mature vines in the Ronchedone and I Frati vineyards.
The result is a long lived, well-structured wine. On the nose the wine is rich, tight and complex, with perfumes of ripe peach, yellow apples and rose petals. Full-bodied on the palate, with ripe fruit tempered by an attractive mineral quality with a fresh, elegant finish. A perfect match for white meat and poultry, robust winter soups, mature cheese and rich fish dishes.

Lugana I Frati

100% Lugana (Trebbiano).
Sourced from I Frati - Sirmione San Rocco - Pozzolengo Ronchedone - Desenzano del Garda La Tür - Desenzano del Garda Rovizza Alta - Peschiera del Garda, all on chalky clay soils. Fermentation in temperature controlled stainless steel. 80% Malolactic fermentation in stainless steel. Aged on the lees for 6 months in tank, followed by 3 months bottle aging prior to release.

This is Ca Dei Frati's flagship wine which has made their reputation, and continues to represent the image of the winery. Its production reflects the value they place on local traditions and practices. It is made from grapes grown on 10 to 35 year old vines, planted on calcareous and clay soil.
The nose is clean, delicate and fragrant, with perfumes of fresh white flowers and nettles, apricots and almonds. An attractive acidity gives it an elegant finish and makes it particularly easy to drink. It is a perfect match for cold starters, vegetable soups and steamed or grilled fish.

Ronchedone

Sangiovese plus Barbera and Marezemino