Marchesi de' Frescobaldi

Benefizio Castello di Pomino Bianco Riserva Chardonnay

9.185 ratings
8.911 pro ratings
Pomino, Firenze, Tuscany, Italy
Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco
Duck, Shellfish, Goose, Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Game, Pork, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Turkey, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cream Sauces
Top Notes For
Randy Fuller

This wine has a nice yellow tint and a nose that shows the restrained use of oak. The aromas also have an earthy salinity about them, with a fruity undercurrent draped in apple, almond and dried apricot notes. On the palate, there is a more noticeable oak effect, but still within reason. The mouthfeel is full, while the acidity is bracing. It is a savory wine which brings the fruit almost apologetically. Delicious, and a great match for dishes from seafood to chicken to pork. Anything with a creamy sauce will pair beautifully with the Benefizio Riserva.

This wine has a nice yellow tint and a nose that shows the restrained use of oak. The aromas also have an earthy salinity about them, with a fruity undercurrent draped in apple, almond and dried apricot notes. On the palate, there is a more noticeable oak effect, but still within reason. The mouthfeel is full, while the acidity is bracing. It is a savory wine which brings the fruit almost apologetically. Delicious, and a great match for dishes from seafood to chicken to pork. Anything with a creamy sauce will pair beautifully with the Benefizio Riserva.

Mar 4th, 2024
Alberto Cdm

Ottimo

Ottimo

Dec 8th, 2019
Ellen Clifford

This is Chardonnay for me! Perfect with watching Great British Bake Off and Kondo-ing my closet. It is big but sleek. Sophisticated with a swath of hardy. Quite rich but super acid. I think there was lees stirring and some malo but fresh citrus and happy little flowers were in the mix.

This is Chardonnay for me! Perfect with watching Great British Bake Off and Kondo-ing my closet. It is big but sleek. Sophisticated with a swath of hardy. Quite rich but super acid. I think there was lees stirring and some malo but fresh citrus and happy little flowers were in the mix.

1 person found it helpfulSep 28th, 2019
Elisabetta Tosi

Wine Blogger Vinopigro

9.0

A white wine that ages very well, long with great acidity, butter and vanilla

A white wine that ages very well, long with great acidity, butter and vanilla

Apr 12th, 2016
Giampiero Nadali

Wine Blogger Aristide

7.1

Among the most famous Chardonnay coming from Tuscany, this one (also) is fatally touched by some oak fermenting and aging. Medium body, good balance in acidity and saltiness, medium long finish. This vintage doesn't guarantee a long aging, but I'll wait 2-3 yrs. before drinking it. #FrescobaldiTasting

Among the most famous Chardonnay coming from Tuscany, this one (also) is fatally touched by some oak fermenting and aging. Medium body, good balance in acidity and saltiness, medium long finish. This vintage doesn't guarantee a long aging, but I'll wait 2-3 yrs. before drinking it. #FrescobaldiTasting

Dec 10th, 2015
Bob McDonald

This was the 2014 and a blend of 90% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Blanc. Aromatic and fruity. Low oak with low acid. Drink now. Satisfying.

This was the 2014 and a blend of 90% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Blanc. Aromatic and fruity. Low oak with low acid. Drink now. Satisfying.

Sep 25th, 2015
Ryan Stewart

Medium yellow color. Notes of honey, tropical melon, lemon, and Madagascar vanilla. Very elegant balance and acidity. Medium finish.

Medium yellow color. Notes of honey, tropical melon, lemon, and Madagascar vanilla. Very elegant balance and acidity. Medium finish.

Sep 9th, 2015
Dmitry Muzychak

Выпито на пляжном ужине 16.02.21. Фрескобальди - это хозяйство , в котором я был с женой в 2006 году. Это был наш первый винный тур. И увидев это шардоне 2017 года я решил его продегустировать с самими ассорти. Wine spectator дал 96 баллов. Моя оценка ниже но тоже очень высока! Очень минеральное и совсем не кислотное.

Выпито на пляжном ужине 16.02.21. Фрескобальди - это хозяйство , в котором я был с женой в 2006 году. Это был наш первый винный тур. И увидев это шардоне 2017 года я решил его продегустировать с самими ассорти. Wine spectator дал 96 баллов. Моя оценка ниже но тоже очень высока! Очень минеральное и совсем не кислотное.

Feb 16th, 2021
Hajime Kawasaki

8.8
ロッソルビーノで買った白ワイン。
美味しい!
家で鳥と水菜のミルク鍋に。
2013年。

8.8
ロッソルビーノで買った白ワイン。
美味しい!
家で鳥と水菜のミルク鍋に。
2013年。

Jan 14th, 2020
Keith Crump

Fresh clean fruit great acidity and balanced wine

Fresh clean fruit great acidity and balanced wine

Oct 11th, 2019