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Buon Tempo Brunello di Montalcino vs Ricasoli Brolio Chianti Classico Riserva

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Buon Tempo Brunello di Montalcino
Brunello di Montalcino, Italy · Sangiovese
€62
The steal
Dead ringer
Ricasoli Brolio Chianti Classico Riserva
Chianti Classico, Italy · Sangiovese
€25 save €37

Tale of the taste

Buon Tempo Brunello di Montalcino Ricasoli Brolio Chianti Classico Riserva
Body 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 7 vs 8 · +1 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

Same Sangiovese at heartVanilla oak on bothAbout 40% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €25 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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