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Casanova di Neri Brunello di Montalcino vs Lornano Chianti Classico

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Casanova di Neri Brunello di Montalcino
Brunello di Montalcino, Italy · Sangiovese
€50
The steal
Dead ringer
Lornano Chianti Classico
Chianti Classico, Italy · Sangiovese
€18 save €32

Tale of the taste

Casanova di Neri Brunello di Montalcino Lornano Chianti Classico
Body 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 8 vs 8 · same
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 36% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €18 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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