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Ricasoli Brolio Chianti Classico Riserva vs Les Vignerons du Narbonnais Saint Baurois Grande Réserve GSM

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Ricasoli Brolio Chianti Classico Riserva
Chianti Classico, Italy · Sangiovese
€25
The steal
Close cousin
Les Vignerons du Narbonnais Saint Baurois Grande Réserve GSM
Languedoc, France · Red blend
€9 save €16

Tale of the taste

Ricasoli Brolio Chianti Classico Riserva Les Vignerons du Narbonnais Saint Baurois Grande Réserve GSM
Body 6 vs 7 · +1 on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 8 vs 8 · same
Sweetness 3 vs 2 · 1 less on the steal
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 fresh backboneSame firm grip of tanninSame fruit-first attitudeAbout 38% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €9 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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