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Castello di Ama Vigneto Bellavista Chianti Classico vs Fèlsina Rancia Chianti Classico Riserva

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Castello di Ama Vigneto Bellavista Chianti Classico
1999 · Chianti Classico, Italy · Sangiovese
€280
The steal
Dead ringer
Fèlsina Rancia Chianti Classico Riserva
Chianti Classico, Italy · Sangiovese
€50 save €230

Tale of the taste

Castello di Ama Vigneto Bellavista Chianti Classico Fèlsina Rancia Chianti Classico Riserva
Body 7 vs 7 · same
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 8 vs 8 · same
Sweetness 4 vs 3 · 1 less on the steal
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 heartSame Chianti Classico postcodeSame fresh backboneAbout 18% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €50 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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