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Mastrojanni Vigna Schiena d'Asino Brunello di Montalcino vs Tenuta CastelGiocondo Brunello di Montalcino

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Mastrojanni Vigna Schiena d'Asino Brunello di Montalcino
1990 · Brunello di Montalcino, Italy · Sangiovese
€110
The steal
Dead ringer
Tenuta CastelGiocondo Brunello di Montalcino
Brunello di Montalcino, Italy · Sangiovese
€42 save €68

Tale of the taste

Mastrojanni Vigna Schiena d'Asino Brunello di Montalcino Tenuta CastelGiocondo Brunello di Montalcino
Body 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 8 vs 8 · 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 Sangiovese at heartSame Brunello di Montalcino postcodeVanilla oak on bothAbout 38% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €42 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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