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Banfi Poggio alle Mura Brunello di Montalcino vs Castello Nipozzano Chianti Rùfina Riserva

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Banfi Poggio alle Mura Brunello di Montalcino
Brunello di Montalcino, Italy · Sangiovese
€57
The steal
Dead ringer
Castello Nipozzano Chianti Rùfina Riserva
Chianti Rùfina, Italy · Sangiovese blend
€20 save €37

Tale of the taste

Banfi Poggio alle Mura Brunello di Montalcino Castello Nipozzano Chianti Rùfina Riserva
Body 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 8 vs 8 · same
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 6 vs 7 · +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 heartVanilla oak on bothAbout 36% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €20 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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