Castello Nipozzano Vigna Montesodi Chianti Rùfina Riserva vs Velenosi Querciantica Lacrima di Morro
Tale of the tape.
The splurge
Castello Nipozzano Vigna Montesodi Chianti Rùfina Riserva
€42
Tale of the taste
Castello Nipozzano Vigna Montesodi Chianti Rùfina Riserva
Velenosi Querciantica Lacrima di Morro
Body
6 vs 6 · same
Tannin
7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Acidity
7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness
4 vs 4 · 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
Shared Sangiovese in the blendSame full-throttle bodyBone-dry, both of themAbout 28% of the price
Where to grab the steal
Typically around €11 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:
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