The Lugana "Terralbe" 2024 by Montezovo is a crystalline and vibrant expression of Trebbiano di Lugana (Turbiana). Born on the southern shores of Lake Garda, this white wine draws its strength from the clay and limestone soils that give the wine a distinctive mineral savoriness and a citrusy freshness that constantly invites another sip.
Montezovo - Lugana "Terralbe" DOC 2024: Lakeside Elegance
The Lugana Terralbe 2024 is a wine that focuses on verticality and varietal purity. The name "Terralbe" evokes the brightness of the white clays typical of the area, which reflect sunlight, ensuring optimal grape ripening. The 2024 vintage has yielded a particularly fine aromatic profile, where floral notes intertwine with an almost saline minerality. It is a white wine of great balance, capable of combining an immediate and lively drinkability with a solid structure, the result of careful work on the yeasts that softens its features without compromising its natural vibrancy.
Sensory Profile In the glass, it appears a luminous straw yellow with brilliant greenish reflections. The bouquet is intense and fragrant: it opens with delicate notes of white flowers, jasmine, and acacia flowers, followed by hints of Golden apple, fresh pear, and a decisive lime zest. On the finish, the characteristic mineral note of flint emerges, along with a hint of bitter almond. On the palate, the entry is fresh, taut, and savory; the progression is enveloping and clean, with a citrus persistence that impeccably refreshes the palate.
Winemaking and Aging The grapes are hand-picked and subjected to soft pressing. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures to preserve the integrity of the primary aromas. The wine ages exclusively in steel on its fine lees for about 5-6 months before bottling. This "sur lie" technique gives Lugana Terralbe a pleasant roundness and a gustatory complexity that perfectly balances the natural acidity of the Turbiana grape.
Food Pairings An extremely versatile white wine at the table. It is the ideal pairing for lake fish dishes (such as grilled whitefish or lavaret) and shellfish. It pairs magnificently with sushi, sashimi, and white fish tartares. Also excellent with light first courses, herb risottos, asparagus, and delicate white meats. Thanks to its savoriness, it is also perfect as a classy aperitif served with fresh goat cheeses.
Technical Data
Producer: Montezovo (Cottini Family)
Wine: Lugana DOC
Name: Terralbe
Vintage: 2024
Grape Variety: 100% Turbiana (Trebbiano di Lugana)
Region: Lombardy/Veneto (Lake Garda)
Aging: Stainless steel only on fine lees
Alcohol Content: 13% Vol.
