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Caggio Ipsus Chianti Classico Gran Selezione vs Castello Nipozzano Vigna Montesodi Chianti Rùfina Riserva

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Caggio Ipsus Chianti Classico Gran Selezione
2015 · Chianti Classico, Italy · Sangiovese
€487
The steal
Dead ringer
Castello Nipozzano Vigna Montesodi Chianti Rùfina Riserva
Chianti Rùfina, Italy · Sangiovese blend
€42 save €445

Tale of the taste

Caggio Ipsus Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Castello Nipozzano Vigna Montesodi Chianti Rùfina Riserva
Body 6 vs 6 · same
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 4 · +1 on the steal
Fruit 6 vs 6 · same

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same Sangiovese at heartSame firm grip of tanninSame full-throttle bodyA rounding error of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €42 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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