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Castellare Chianti Classico Riserva Il Poggiale vs Geografico Contessa di Radda Chianti Classico

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Castellare Chianti Classico Riserva Il Poggiale
Chianti Classico, Italy · Sangiovese
€40
The steal
Dead ringer
Geografico Contessa di Radda Chianti Classico
Chianti Classico, Italy · Sangiovese
€12 save €28

Tale of the taste

Castellare Chianti Classico Riserva Il Poggiale Geografico Contessa di Radda Chianti Classico
Body 6 vs 6 · same
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 6 vs 7 · +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 heartSame Chianti Classico postcodeSame red-fruit crunchAbout 31% of the price

Where to grab the steal

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

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