Donatella Cinelli Colombini Brunello di Montalcino vs Carpineto Chianti Classico
Tale of the tape.
The splurge
Donatella Cinelli Colombini Brunello di Montalcino
€40
Tale of the taste
Donatella Cinelli Colombini Brunello di Montalcino
Carpineto Chianti Classico
Body
6 vs 6 · same
Tannin
7 vs 7 · same
Acidity
8 vs 8 · same
Sweetness
3 vs 3 · same
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 fresh backboneSame firm grip of tanninAbout 37% of the price
Where to grab the steal
Typically around €15 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:
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