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Sassetti Livio Brunello di Montalcino vs San Fabiano Calcinaia Chianti Classico

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Sassetti Livio Brunello di Montalcino
1996 · Brunello di Montalcino, Italy · Sangiovese
€62
The steal
Dead ringer
San Fabiano Calcinaia Chianti Classico
Chianti Classico, Italy · Sangiovese
€15 save €47

Tale of the taste

Sassetti Livio Brunello di Montalcino San Fabiano Calcinaia Chianti Classico
Body 6 vs 6 · same
Tannin 7 vs 8 · +1 on the steal
Acidity 8 vs 8 · same
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 6 vs 7 · +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 Sangiovese at heartSame earthy streakAbout 24% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €15 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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