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Buondonno Chianti Classico vs Marchesi di Barolo Madonna del Dono Dolcetto d'Alba

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Buondonno Chianti Classico
Chianti Classico, Italy · Sangiovese
€31
The steal
Close cousin
Marchesi di Barolo Madonna del Dono Dolcetto d'Alba
Dolcetto d'Alba, Italy · Red blend
€12 save €19

Tale of the taste

Buondonno Chianti Classico Marchesi di Barolo Madonna del Dono Dolcetto d'Alba
Body 6 vs 7 · +1 on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Acidity 8 vs 5 · 3 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 4 · +1 on the steal
Fruit 7 vs 9 · +2 on the steal

Five structure dials above — plus 13 flavour families weighed in the match behind the scenes.

Why it’s a dupe

Same red-fruit crunchSame full-throttle bodyAbout 39% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €12 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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