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Fattoria le Pupille Poggio Valente vs Geografico Contessa di Radda Chianti Classico

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Fattoria le Pupille Poggio Valente
Toscana, Italy · Red blend
€33
The steal
Close cousin
Geografico Contessa di Radda Chianti Classico
Chianti Classico, Italy · Sangiovese
€12 save €21

Tale of the taste

Fattoria le Pupille Poggio Valente Geografico Contessa di Radda Chianti Classico
Body 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 6 vs 7 · +1 on the steal
Acidity 6 vs 7 · +1 on the steal
Sweetness 4 vs 3 · 1 less on the steal
Fruit 5 vs 7 · +2 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 bodySame firm grip of tanninAbout 38% of the price

Where to grab the steal

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

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