Cà dei Frati
I Frati Lugana Turbiana
Lugana, Brescia, Lombardia, Italy
This delicious Lugana is from the region in which we are staying; we will be visiting this winery tomorrow! The wine, mostly Turbiana grapes made in the idiosyncratic Lake Garda style, is superbly balanced. There are citric lemon-lime flavors with a touch of jicama and pear, and some mild spice to the finish. The style is dry and light. It’s like a New Zealand SB without the grassy tones.
This delicious Lugana is from the region in which we are staying; we will be visiting this winery tomorrow! The wine, mostly Turbiana grapes made in the idiosyncratic Lake Garda style, is superbly balanced. There are citric lemon-lime flavors with a touch of jicama and pear, and some mild spice to the finish. The style is dry and light. It’s like a New Zealand SB without the grassy tones.
Dec 27th, 2023
Delicious! Fuller than other Luganas I’ve had But balanced with nice acidity. Kiwi and distinct herbal notes on the nose.
Delicious! Fuller than other Luganas I’ve had But balanced with nice acidity. Kiwi and distinct herbal notes on the nose.
Feb 7th, 2019
A must try if you never had a Lugana, you will not be disappointed. Made with 100% Turbiana grapes. Lugana can be consumed young or aged for a few years gaining some mineral tones and elegance. Light straw yellow color, with rich ripe stone fruit and floral aromas. On the palate flavors of ripe apricot, pear, peach and citrus wrapped in balanced acidity on a long finish ending with fruit and mineral character. Nice value. Buy 2 and put one aside for a few years!
A must try if you never had a Lugana, you will not be disappointed. Made with 100% Turbiana grapes. Lugana can be consumed young or aged for a few years gaining some mineral tones and elegance. Light straw yellow color, with rich ripe stone fruit and floral aromas. On the palate flavors of ripe apricot, pear, peach and citrus wrapped in balanced acidity on a long finish ending with fruit and mineral character. Nice value. Buy 2 and put one aside for a few years!
1 person found it helpfulJun 20th, 2021
Hard Salty Cheese(s) or Spaghetti alle Vongole needed/wanted
Hard Salty Cheese(s) or Spaghetti alle Vongole needed/wanted
1 person found it helpfulDec 23rd, 2019
Struck match aroma with a sea air and citrus oil scent behind it. In the mouth. Silky flavors of lemon and a touch of pear are salty and utterly mouthwatering thanks to fantastic acidity.
Struck match aroma with a sea air and citrus oil scent behind it. In the mouth. Silky flavors of lemon and a touch of pear are salty and utterly mouthwatering thanks to fantastic acidity.
1 person found it helpfulJul 15th, 2019
100% Turbiano from Lugana DOC. Riesling and Albariño fans will love the ripping acidity and kinetic drive on the palate. Smoky flint aromas are quite reminiscent of Sancerre. The most fun wine in today’s tasting, and also one of the best. Incredible value, especially seeing how well these wines age.
100% Turbiano from Lugana DOC. Riesling and Albariño fans will love the ripping acidity and kinetic drive on the palate. Smoky flint aromas are quite reminiscent of Sancerre. The most fun wine in today’s tasting, and also one of the best. Incredible value, especially seeing how well these wines age.
1 person found it helpfulJun 6th, 2018If you never tried a Lugana, a must, you will not be disappointed. Made with 100% Turbiana grapes. Lugana can be consumed young or aged for a few years gaining some mineral tones and elegance. The wine shows a light straw yellow color, with rich stone fruit and floral aromas. On the palate the wine displays flavors of ripe apricot, apple and bits of citrus enclosed in delicate acidity on a lingering ending. The finish has minerality that shows up gently. Nice value. Buy 2 and put one aside for a few years!
If you never tried a Lugana, a must, you will not be disappointed. Made with 100% Turbiana grapes. Lugana can be consumed young or aged for a few years gaining some mineral tones and elegance. The wine shows a light straw yellow color, with rich stone fruit and floral aromas. On the palate the wine displays flavors of ripe apricot, apple and bits of citrus enclosed in delicate acidity on a lingering ending. The finish has minerality that shows up gently. Nice value. Buy 2 and put one aside for a few years!
1 person found it helpfulAug 26th, 2016Fresh crisp acidity, lemons, apples and pears.
Fresh crisp acidity, lemons, apples and pears.
1 person found it helpfulJun 2nd, 2016
My first from this region, the marZipan & saltiness quite refined. Even the bottle is elegant-weighty, ornate. Light medium in weight
My first from this region, the marZipan & saltiness quite refined. Even the bottle is elegant-weighty, ornate. Light medium in weight
Sep 17th, 2016