Top 10: Vins blancs toscans de 60 à 120 €

Tosco The Vin Santo Occhio di Pernice from Badia a Coltibuono comes out ahead thanks to its strong terroir roots (7.8 versus 7.2 for the Pomino) and its detailed winemaking, but its price converted to 75 cl (€128.36) makes it suited to those who want a contemplative wine for a specific occasion. The Pomino Bianco Riserva from Frescobaldi fits better with a fish meal at the table, at a slightly less unreasonable price (€37.47 converted to 75 cl). The overall scores are nearly identical (7.1 versus 7.0): budget and intended use make the difference.

Tosco The Pomino Bianco Riserva from Frescobaldi, at €75, stands out mainly for its high-altitude terroir and its easy pairing at the table, ideal if you are looking for a characterful white for fish or seafood. The Bianco Toscana IGT from Ricasoli, at €84, is the more versatile of the two (five detailed pairings, amphora maceration), but its generic appellation and weaker value-for-money rating (5.4 versus 6.8) make it better for someone who mainly wants to discover an original white.

Tosco The Bianco Ricasoli wins on terroir and winemaking: Castello di Brolio, three months of maceration in amphora, 12 months of aging, and a score of 8.6 at the table that makes it easy to pair. It costs €41.87 per 75 cl, whereas the Chardonnay from Folonari climbs to €96.43 for an IGT with no distinction, with a lower value-for-money rating (6.4 versus 5.4 for the Ricasoli, but at a much higher price). If you want an age-worthy Tuscan white on a small budget, take the Ricasoli; if you insist on the Chardonnay and its 24 months in barrel, you will have to accept paying considerably more.

Tosco Badia a Coltibuono's Vin Santo wins on typicity, with a fittingly named Chianti Classico appellation, and it pairs nicely as a finish to a meal with cantucci or aged cheeses. However, its small 37.5 cl format, scaled to €128.36 for a 75 cl bottle, makes it expensive without any standout distinction to justify the price. Ricasoli's Bianco, a 100% Trebbiano aged 12 months, is the more versatile of the two, with five possible pairings and a score of 8.6 at the table. The choice therefore depends on the occasion: for a dessert for two, go for the Vin Santo; to accompany a meal with several people, go for the Ricasoli.

Tosco The Pomino Bianco Riserva from Frescobaldi scores 7.0 versus 6.9 for the Chardonnay from Folonari, and it is considerably cheaper: €75 a bottle versus €96. It suits you better if you want a high-altitude white with an identifiable terroir for a fish or shellfish meal. The Folonari, for its part, appeals mainly to lovers of mature whites (about 24 months in barrel), provided you accept paying more for a generic IGT.

Tosco The Vin Santo Occhio di Pernice from Badia a Coltibuono wins on substance: score 7.1 versus 6.9, typicity clearly better (7.8 versus 6.8), and detailed winemaking ahead of the Chardonnay. It suits those who want a contemplative wine at the end of a meal with cantucci or aged cheeses, served at 12–14°C, but its small 37.5 cl format at €64.18 remains expensive. The Chardonnay from Folonari is aimed more at those seeking a white for fish or white meats at the table, with a more generous profile for pairings, but it is sold at €96.43 with no distinction mentioned.