Alessandro e Gian Natale Fantino Barolo (Cascina Dardi) vs Carpineto Chianti Classico
Tale of the tape.
The splurge
Alessandro e Gian Natale Fantino Barolo (Cascina Dardi)
€45
Tale of the taste
Alessandro e Gian Natale Fantino Barolo (Cascina Dardi)
Carpineto Chianti Classico
Body
7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin
9 vs 7 · 2 less on the steal
Acidity
9 vs 8 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness
3 vs 3 · same
Fruit
5 vs 6 · +1 on the steal
Five structure dials above — plus 13 flavour families weighed in the match behind the scenes.
Why it’s a dupe
Bone-dry, both of themSame fresh backboneSame full-throttle bodyAbout 33% of the price
Where to grab the steal
Typically around €15 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:
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