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Carpineto Chianti Classico vs Rasgón Tempranillo

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Carpineto Chianti Classico
Chianti Classico, Italy · Sangiovese
€15
Rasgón Tempranillo
Castilla, Spain · Tempranillo
€6 save €9

Tale of the taste

Carpineto Chianti Classico Rasgón Tempranillo
Body 6 vs 8 · +2 on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 8 vs 5 · 3 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 4 · +1 on the steal
Fruit 6 vs 9 · +3 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 firm grip of tanninAbout 38% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €6 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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