La Lus
Piemonte DOC
From the marriage of Barbera and Nebbiolo rises the Albarossa, a new and captivating crossing that reinterprets the Piedmontese terroir in a unique way.
In temperature-controlled (24-30°C) stainless-steel tanks
in French oak barrique for 12 months
Years / Technical sheets / Awards
First Year
2006
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2022
THE 2022 VINTAGE
Following a very dry winter, the vines budded in early April, about a week later than in 2021 and about two weeks later than in 2020. Shoot growth proceeded very slowly due to the lack of soil moisture. April and May passed with temperatures normal for the period, but with very little rainfall. Flowering took place regularly with excellent weather conditions, ending in the final days of May, with good fertility and fruit set. The absence of rain continued through June and July and while, on the one hand, this kept fungal infections in check, on the other hand, it caused concern for the ripening process. Towards the end of July and the beginning of August there were a few thunderstorms followed by two days of moderate rain which, combined with falling temperatures especially at night, revitalised the vegetation. The 2022 harvest therefore presented itself as being of very good quality, with peaks of excellence.
TASTING NOTES
Red with purplish tinges, very intense and deep. The Lus, with its fresh and fruity aromas accompanied by notes of small red berries, evolves with notes of vanilla, tobacco and liquorice. On the palate it is of great structure, velvety, full and harmonious, with soft and silky tannins; persistent aftertaste with fruity notes of cherry. Enjoyable straight away while also capable of withstanding good ageing.
From the union of Barbera and Nebbiolo comes Albarossa, a new and captivating cross that uniquely reinterprets the Piedmontese terroir.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 13,5%
Yield per hectare 80 dt/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (24-30°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging matured in French oak barriques for 12 months
Soil clayey-calcareous soil
Serving temperature 16-18°C
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2021
THE 2021 VINTAGE
The winter was characterised by mild temperatures and average rainfall, which induced bud burst around mid-April. Flowering began in the first week of June, with a delay of about a week compared to last year due to the low temperatures recorded in April and May. The rise in temperatures and lack of rainfall in June and July caused slight water stress, but only in certain vineyards. Harvesting began in the last week of August and overall ripening was delayed by about 6 to 7 days compared to last year. The sunny weather in September and early October, accompanied by wide temperature ranges (even 13 to 15°C), led the grapes to perfect ripeness in both aromatic and polyphenolic terms. The 2021 harvest therefore proved to be excellent.
TASTING NOTES
Ruby red with intense and deep violet hues. Lus, with its fresh and fruity aromas accompanied by notes of small red berries, evolves with notes of vanilla, tobacco and liquorice. On the palate it is of great structure, velvety, full and harmonious, with soft and silky tannins; persistent aftertaste with fruity notes of cherry. Enjoyable immediately but also capable of withstanding good ageing.
From the union of Barbera and Nebbiolo comes Albarossa, a new and captivating cross that uniquely reinterprets the Piedmontese terroir.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14%
Yield per hectare 80 dt/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (24-30°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging matured in French oak barriques for 12 months
Soil clayey-calcareous soil
Serving temperature 16-18°C
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2020
THE 2020 VINTAGE
A lively and soft wine that reinterprets the Piedmontese tradition of Moscato, expressing all the typical sweet and aromatic characteristics of this varietal.
TASTING NOTES
Ruby red with intense and deep violet hues. Lus, with its fresh and fruity aromas accompanied by notes of small red fruits, cherry and plum jam, combined with sweet notes of vanilla and liquorice, fully represents the typical characteristics of Piedmont in a modern and striking style. On the palate, it shows great structure, velvety and harmonious.
From the union of Barbera and Nebbiolo comes Albarossa, a new and captivating cross that uniquely reinterprets the Piedmontese terroir.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14%
Yield per hectare 80 dt/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (24-30°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging matured in French oak barriques for 12 months
Soil clayey-calcareous soil
Serving temperature 16-18°C
AWARDS
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 91
WINE HUNTER Gold
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2019
THE 2019 VINTAGE
A lively and soft wine that reinterprets the Piedmontese tradition of Moscato,, expressing all the typical sweet and aromatic characteristics of this varietal.
TASTING NOTES
Ruby red with intense and deep violet hues. Lus, with its fresh and fruity aromas accompanied by notes of small red fruits, cherry and plum jam, combined with sweet notes of vanilla and liquorice, fully represents the typical characteristics of Piedmont in a modern and striking style. On the palate, it shows great structure, velvety and harmonious.
From the union of Barbera and Nebbiolo comes Albarossa, a new and captivating cross that uniquely reinterprets the Piedmontese terroir.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14%
Yield per hectare 80 dt/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (24-30°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging matured in French oak barriques for 12 months
Soil clayey-calcareous soil
Serving temperature 16-18°C
AWARDS
THE DRINK BUSINESS Silver
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 91
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2018
THE 2018 VINTAGE
Banfi was among the seven historic houses that, claiming the Piedmont roots of traditional Italian sparkling wine, in 1990 gave the go-to project Spumante Metodo Classico in Piedmont. In 2008 was finally obtained the Alta Langa DOCG appellation.
TASTING NOTES
Ruby red with purplish hues. With its fresh and fruity aromas accompanied by notes of small red fruits, vanilla and liquorice, and a soft and velvety structure, Lus fully represents the typical character of Piedmont with a modern and striking twist.
From the union of Barbera and Nebbiolo comes Albarossa, a new and captivating cross that uniquely reinterprets the Piedmontese terroir.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14%
Yield per hectare 80 dt/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (24-30°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging matured in French oak barriques for 12 months
Soil clayey-calcareous soil
Serving temperature 16-18°C
AWARDS
IWC 90 - Silver
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 92
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2017
THE 2017 VINTAGE
Banfi was among the seven historic houses that, claiming the Piedmont roots of traditional Italian sparkling wine, in 1990 gave the go-to project Spumante Metodo Classico in Piedmont. In 2008 was finally obtained the Alta Langa DOCG appellation.
TASTING NOTES
Vibrant ruby red, La Lus, with its fruity aromas accompanied by hints of vanilla and liquorice and a smooth, velvety structure, fully represents the typical character of Piedmont in a modern and striking way.
From the union of Barbera and Nebbiolo comes Albarossa, a new and captivating cross that uniquely reinterprets the Piedmontese terroir.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14%
Yield per hectare 80 dt/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (16°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging matured in French oak barriques for 12 months
Soil clayey-calcareous soil
Serving temperature 16-18°C
AWARDS
SOMMELIER WINE AWARDS Silver
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 92
IWC 92
THE DRINK BUSINESS Silver
WOW Silver
WINESCRITIC 91
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2016
THE 2016 VINTAGE
Banfi was among the seven historic houses that, claiming the Piedmont roots of traditional Italian sparkling wine, in 1990 gave the go-to project Spumante Metodo Classico in Piedmont. In 2008 was finally obtained the Alta Langa DOCG appellation.
Fermentation: at a controlled temperature (24-30°) in steel vats Ageing: in French oak barriques for 12 months
TASTING NOTES
Vibrant ruby red, La Lus, with its fruity aromas accompanied by hints of vanilla and liquorice and a smooth, velvety structure, fully represents the typical character of Piedmont in a modern and striking way.
From the union of Barbera and Nebbiolo comes Albarossa, a new and captivating cross that uniquely reinterprets the Piedmontese terroir.
AWARDS
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 91
IWC 90 - Silver
IWSC 91 - Silver
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2014
AWARDS
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 91
VIN BUONI D'ITALI3 Stars
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2012
AWARDS
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 90
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2010
AWARDS
VERONELLI 3 Stars
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2009
AWARDS
DUEMILAVINI 4 Bunches
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2007
AWARDS
DUEMILAVINI 4 Bunches
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2006
AWARDS
DUEMILAVINI 4 Bunches
VERONELLI 88
