Vendemmia Tardiva
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed 3–10 years from the vintage release, though top vintages can develop further complexity over 15 years.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Aged blue cheeses, fruit-based tarts or stone fruit crostata, and rich savory terrines or pâtés.
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Hailing from the historic Castello di Pomino estate in the cool, high-altitude Apennine foothills of Tuscany, Frescobaldi's Vendemmia Tardiva is a late-harvest masterpiece. The estate's winemaking legacy is legendary; in 1716, Grand Duke Cosimo III de' Medici declared Pomino one of Tuscany's four greatest wine regions. This sweet white wine takes advantage of the estate's unique microclimate, where autumn mists and cool breezes encourage the development of noble rot (Botrytis cinerea) on the vines. Typically crafted from a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, and Gewürztraminer, the grapes are hand-harvested late in the season to maximize sugar concentration. After a slow fermentation, the wine is aged in French oak barriques, resulting in a luscious, golden nectar defined by aromas of candied citrus, dried apricot, honey, and wildflowers, all balanced by a vibrant, mountain-born acidity.
🍾 wine.about_producer
With a legendary winemaking heritage spanning over 700 years and thirty generations, the Frescobaldi family stands as one of Tuscany's most prestigious and historic wine dynasties. Headquartered in Florence, the family manages an extraordinary portfolio of historic estates across Tuscany's finest terroirs, including Castello Nipozzano in Chianti Rufina, Tenuta Castiglioni, and CastelGiocondo in Montalcino. Their production philosophy seamlessly blends deep-rooted Tuscan traditions with modern viticultural innovation, focusing on expressing the unique microclimates of each estate. Frescobaldi is globally celebrated for its diverse and elegant portfolio, ranging from classic Sangiovese-based expressions like Nipozzano Riserva and Montesodi to opulent, internationally styled Super Tuscans such as Giramonte, Lamaione, and the iconic Luce.