NV Cuvée dei Frati Brut, Ca' dei Frati

• Style: Metodo Classico, bone-dry sparkling
• Taste: Hazelnut, hay and a creamy mousse
• Food: Seafood, antipasto, shellfish, light dishes
• Occasion: Aperitivo, celebration, date night, Sunday lunch
• Serve: Chilled, 36+ months lees-aged

In the Glass — Tasting Notes

Silky and refined, this sparkling wine opens with biscuit and hazelnut depth before revealing whispers of hay and savoury tobacco. The fine, persistent mousse carries bright acidity and a mineral length that feels generous without softness. At 12.5% ABV and bone-dry (5.7g/L residual sugar), the 10% Chardonnay addition rounds the palate with subtle richness. The texture is creamy yet grips with real backbone—three years on the lees have built serious structure into every sip.

The Winery — Ca' dei Frati

Situated on Lake Garda's southern shore in the Lugana heartland, Ca' dei Frati has undergone remarkable growth under the Dal Cero family over two decades. What began as 12 hectares expanded significantly in 2008, and today the estate manages over 200 hectares whilst maintaining unwavering focus on quality. Both the I Frati and Ronchedone vineyards benefit from chalky clay soils that deliver the wine's spine and age-worthy acidity. Production follows the unhurried Metodo Classico path: partial oak fermentation, a minimum 36 months on lees, then four months post-disgorgement. This patient craft has established Ca' dei Frati among the finest producers in Lombardy, where Turbiana has long reigned as the signature varietal.

At Your Table — Food Pairing & Serving

Pour this as an aperitif to open the evening, or pair it with grilled scallops, poached salmon, and fritto misto—the acidity cuts through richness while its stony freshness complements delicate seafood. Antipasto and prosciutto find their perfect match here. Light salads and crustacean dishes shine alongside its crisp profile, making it ideal for Sunday lunch gatherings, date nights, and celebrations alike. Certified sustainable, Ca' dei Frati reflects serious stewardship of the land around Lake Garda. If you're exploring Turbiana beyond still whites, this sparkling expression reveals what the grape achieves at its finest. Browse our curated Italy selection to discover how the region punches above its reputation.