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Castellare Chianti Classico Riserva vs Torre de Oña Finca San Martín Crianza

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Castellare Chianti Classico Riserva
Chianti Classico, Italy · Sangiovese
€28
The steal
Close cousin
Torre de Oña Finca San Martín Crianza
Rioja, Spain · Tempranillo blend
€11 save €17

Tale of the taste

Castellare Chianti Classico Riserva Torre de Oña Finca San Martín Crianza
Body 6 vs 7 · +1 on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
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

Vanilla oak on bothSame firm grip of tanninAbout 39% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €11 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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