Castello Pomino
Pomino Bianco 2023
Pomino Bianco DOC
Pomino Bianco is a refined Tuscan white from the historic Pomino estate, blending Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco to reflect the elegance of the high-altitude vineyards. Crafted with a gentle pressing and fermentation in both steel and French oak, it maintains balance and complexity. The wine shows a shimmering straw yellow color, with aromas of citrus, pear, and green apple, complemented by floral notes of wisteria, chamomile, and hints of tropical fruit like pineapple. Crisp, mineral, and superbly balanced, it is a true expression of Tuscan terroir.
Vineyard
This wine grows from the high elevation vineyards of Pomino, some reaching as high as 700 meters above sea level.
Tasting Note
Fresh aromas of green apple, pear and delicate citrus notes leap out of the glass, all tinged with an interesting florality reminiscent of hawthorn and wisteria. It has a delightful harmony between its lively freshness and honeyed texture.
WINEMAKING
An extremely gentle press and cold settling produces a very clear must that then ferments in barriques, 50% new and 50% second-fill. Malolactic conversion is partially blocked, and the wine then matures on the lees with bâtonnage as needed.
VINTAGE
The 2023 Tuscan growing season was turbulent, beginning with a mild winter and spring before heavy rains and an April frost disrupted early growth. Persistent spring rains led to widespread downy mildew, reducing yields. A scorching heatwave in July and August halted mildew spread but caused further stress. A severe hailstorm on August 15 damaged vineyards, compounding the challenges. Production was down by about 20%, but the wines still retained good concentration and balance.
Color
White
Blend %
70% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Bianco
Appellation
Pomino Bianco DOC
Farming
Sustainable
Alcohol
12.5%
Suggested Retail Price
$24.99
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Castello Pomino Benefizio Riserva is a cru Chardonnay from a high-elevation vineyard with diurnal shifts and sandy soils. The grapes are hand-harvested, pressed and fermented in barriques, with partial malolactic fermentation and aging on lees. Cru Benefizio first came into being in 1973 as the first white wine in Italy to be fermented and aged in barriques. The wine showcases a straw-yellow color with golden highlights, complex aromas of pear, exotic fruits and citrus with a sapid, mineral character. It finishes with a long, persistent aftertaste of dried fruit.
