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Biondi-Santi Brunello di Montalcino Riserva vs Le Ragnaie Brunello di Montalcino

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Biondi-Santi Brunello di Montalcino Riserva
1997 · Brunello di Montalcino, Italy · Sangiovese
€945
The steal
Dead ringer
Le Ragnaie Brunello di Montalcino
Brunello di Montalcino, Italy · Sangiovese
€59 save €886

Tale of the taste

Biondi-Santi Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Le Ragnaie Brunello di Montalcino
Body 6 vs 6 · same
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 8 vs 8 · same
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 4 vs 5 · +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 earthy streakA rounding error of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €59 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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