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Banfi Brunello di Montalcino vs Castello Finoto Brunello di Montalcino

Tale of the tape.

Banfi Brunello di Montalcino bottle
The splurge
Banfi Brunello di Montalcino
2010 · Brunello di Montalcino, Italy · Sangiovese
€75
The steal
Dead ringer
Castello Finoto Brunello di Montalcino
Brunello di Montalcino, Italy · Sangiovese
€28 save €47

Tale of the taste

Banfi Brunello di Montalcino Castello Finoto Brunello di Montalcino
Body 6 vs 7 · +1 on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 4 · +1 on the steal
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

Same Sangiovese at heartSame Brunello di Montalcino postcodeSame firm grip of tanninAbout 37% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €28 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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