Castello di Pomino Pomino Bianco Benefizio Riserva 2024

Castello di Pomino Benefizio Riserva is one of Tuscany’s most distinctive Chardonnay wines, shaped by altitude, elegance, and the long Frescobaldi winemaking tradition. Produced in the cool, high-elevation Pomino area, it combines aromatic finesse with the structure and depth that have made Benefizio a benchmark white wine from the region.

Tasting Notes
Pale to medium straw in the glass, this Chardonnay opens with a refined, persistent bouquet of orange blossom, magnolia, and broom, followed by bright citrus and hints of candied fruit. The aromatics are delicate yet layered, giving the wine a graceful and very inviting profile. On the palate, it is broad and textured, with a polished alcohol presence balanced by vibrant freshness. Partial malolactic fermentation and aging on the lees in oak add richness, complexity, and a long, harmonious finish. It has the structure to develop further in bottle over the next few years, gaining even more depth and nuance.

Production
The grapes come from the Pomino estate in the heart of Tuscany, at around 700 meters above sea level, where the altitude brings cool nights, slow ripening, and natural acidity. This hidden corner of the Frescobaldi properties is particularly well suited to Chardonnay, allowing for precise fruit expression and freshness. The grapes are hand-harvested and gently pressed, then undergo alcoholic and partial malolactic fermentation in barriques before aging on the lees in wood, which adds texture and complexity.

Food & Serving
This wine pairs beautifully with rich seafood, shellfish, roasted chicken, creamy risottos, and fine white meats, as well as elegant vegetable dishes and mild, aged cheeses. Serve it at around 10–12°C to show its freshness and aromatic detail, and consider short decanting if you want to open up its oak-driven complexity and layered bouquet.

Producer
Castello Pomino is one of the historic estates of Frescobaldi, a family deeply rooted in Tuscan wine for generations. The estate has long been recognized for its high-altitude vineyards and its ability to produce refined, distinctive wines that stand apart from the more typical Tuscan profile. Benefizio, in particular, has earned a strong reputation as one of the region’s most iconic oak-aged Chardonnay expressions.

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