Lugana was the very first DOC to be registered in Lombardy and one of the first in Italy. The grape in question here is a localised variant of Trebbiano, Trebbiano di Lugana, also known as Turbiana. In the hands of benchmark producer Ca dei Frati, it produces an attractive, aromatic wine capable of developing in bottle for several years.
Although 2014 was a challenging vintage in northern Italy, the 2014 Lugana Bianco from Ca dei Frati is, if anything, more immediately complex than the 2013 that preceded it. Although acidity drives the structure of the wine, it possesses a complex array of orchard, stone and citrus fruits, an exotic twist of apricot blossom lending further interest.
2014 CA DEI FRATI LUGANA BIANCO Producer: Ca dei Frati
Variety: Trebbiano di Lugana (Turbiana)
Vintage: 2014
Region: Lombardy, Italy
ABV: 13.0%
Closure: Natural cork
Retail Price: $38.00
Date tasted: 4 December 2015
Tasting Note:
Bright yellow. Attractive nose of pear, apricot blossom, acacia, lemon citrus. Dry, medium bodied, vibrant and lively, fresh acidity. Zippier and zestier than the 2013 of the same wine. Melange of orchard fruits and citrus with a twist of apricot on the finish. More please!
Score: 17/20
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