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Costa di Bussia - Tenuta Arnulfo Barolo Riserva vs Carpineto Chianti Classico

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Costa di Bussia - Tenuta Arnulfo Barolo Riserva
Barolo, Italy · Nebbiolo
€46
The steal
Close cousin
Carpineto Chianti Classico
Chianti Classico, Italy · Sangiovese
€15 save €31

Tale of the taste

Costa di Bussia - Tenuta Arnulfo Barolo Riserva Carpineto Chianti Classico
Body 8 vs 6 · 2 less on the steal
Tannin 9 vs 7 · 2 less on the steal
Acidity 9 vs 8 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 4 vs 6 · +2 on the steal

Five structure dials above — plus 13 flavour families weighed in the match behind the scenes.

Why it’s a dupe

Bone-dry, both of themSame fresh backboneSame firm grip of tanninAbout 32% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €15 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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