Why Not? Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

2023

W398-I6

Tenuta Frescobaldi di Castiglioni DOCG

Marchesi Frescobaldi
🍷 By the Glass

Alcohol

13.5% ABV

Region

Italy

Toscana

Dine-in Price฿1,400
Takeaway Price฿1,100
🍷Price per Glass฿300

Tasting Notes

Bright ruby red with intense aromas of cherry, strawberry and violet. The palate is fresh and well-balanced, smooth, featuring soft tannins and a fruity, persistent finish.

Food Pairings

Delicious dishes that pair perfectly with this wine

P17. Salame Al Tartufo 50grExcellent Match

P17. Salame Al Tartufo 50gr

Ripe red fruit and gentle spice complement the savoury pork, while its smooth richness works especially well with the earthy, aromatic character of summer truffle.

PA2. Tagliatelle Alla BologneseExcellent Match

PA2. Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese

Bright cherry, strawberry and soft tannins make an easy partner for Bolognese, with enough freshness to lift the tomato sauce and balance the rich meat ragout.

PA8. Lasagna BeefExcellent Match

PA8. Lasagna Beef

Juicy cherry, soft tannins and lively freshness complement the tomato and meat ragout, while its smooth character balances creamy béchamel and Parmesan without feeling too heavy.

T7. ParmaExcellent Match

T7. Parma

Ripe cherry, gentle spice and savoury notes complement salty Parma ham, while balanced freshness handles tomato and mozzarella and keeps the Parmesan-topped pizza lively and approachable.

C9. Pecorino Fiore Sardo 50grExcellent Match

C9. Pecorino Fiore Sardo 50gr

uicy red fruit, gentle spice and fresh acidity provide a lively partner for aged Fiore Sardo, balancing its firm texture and rich, savoury sheep’s-milk character.

M6. Sun-Dried Tomatoes 50grExcellent Match

M6. Sun-Dried Tomatoes 50gr

Ripe red fruit and a smooth savoury character suit the concentrated tomatoes, with enough freshness to carry their sweet-tart flavour.

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🍷Ratings

Vivino
🥉
4.0/5.0
James Suckling
93/100

About the Winery

Marchesi Frescobaldi is one of Italy's oldest wine families, making Tuscan wine for over 700 years across several estates.

Location

Florence, Tuscany, Italy

Visit Winery Website

www.frescobaldi.com

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