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Ferrari 'Giulio Ferrari' Riserva del Fondatore vs Bellavista Franciacorta Pas Operé

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Ferrari 'Giulio Ferrari' Riserva del Fondatore
2017 · Trento, Italy · Sparkling
€160
The steal
Close cousin
Bellavista Franciacorta Pas Operé
Franciacorta, Italy · Sparkling blend
€57 save €103

Tale of the taste

Ferrari 'Giulio Ferrari' Riserva del Fondatore Bellavista Franciacorta Pas Operé
Body 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 7 vs 8 · +1 on the steal
Sweetness 2 vs 2 · 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

Same traditional methodBone-dry, both of themSame firm grip of tanninAbout 36% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €57 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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