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Renieri Brunello di Montalcino vs Santa Giulia Brunello di Montalcino

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Renieri Brunello di Montalcino
Brunello di Montalcino, Italy · Sangiovese
€92
The steal
Dead ringer
Santa Giulia Brunello di Montalcino
Brunello di Montalcino, Italy · Sangiovese
€28 save €64

Tale of the taste

Renieri Brunello di Montalcino Santa Giulia 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 6 vs 6 · 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 30% of the price

Where to grab the steal

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

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