Pio Cesare Piodilei Chardonnay vs Marotti Campi Salmariano Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Riserva Classico
Tale of the tape.
The splurge
Pio Cesare Piodilei Chardonnay
€40
The steal
Close cousinMarotti Campi Salmariano Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Riserva Classico
€13
save €27
Tale of the taste
Pio Cesare Piodilei Chardonnay
Marotti Campi Salmariano Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Riserva Classico
Body
8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin
1 vs 1 · same
Acidity
7 vs 8 · +1 on the steal
Sweetness
5 vs 4 · 1 less on the steal
Fruit
5 vs 6 · +1 on the steal
Five structure dials above — plus 13 flavour families weighed in the match behind the scenes.
Why it’s a dupe
Same firm grip of tanninSame full-throttle bodySame fresh backboneAbout 33% of the price
Where to grab the steal
Typically around €13 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:
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