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Gianni Gagliardo Barolo vs Pio Cesare Nebbiolo

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Gianni Gagliardo Barolo
Barolo, Italy · Nebbiolo
€70
The steal
Dead ringer
Pio Cesare Nebbiolo
Langhe, Italy · Nebbiolo
€28 save €42

Tale of the taste

Gianni Gagliardo Barolo Pio Cesare Nebbiolo
Body 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 8 vs 9 · +1 on the steal
Acidity 9 vs 9 · same
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 5 vs 5 · same

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same Nebbiolo at heartSame fresh backboneSame fruit-first attitudeAbout 39% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €28 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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