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Ferrero Brunello di Montalcino vs ColleMassari Montecucco Rosso Riserva

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Ferrero Brunello di Montalcino
Brunello di Montalcino, Italy · Sangiovese
€55
The steal
Close cousin
ColleMassari Montecucco Rosso Riserva
Montecucco, Italy · Red blend
€16 save €39

Tale of the taste

Ferrero Brunello di Montalcino ColleMassari Montecucco Rosso Riserva
Body 7 vs 7 · same
Tannin 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Acidity 8 vs 6 · 2 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 5 vs 8 · +3 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 29% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €16 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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