← Back to dupes

Stefano Accordini Il Fornetto Collezione Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore vs Cantele Riserva Salice Salentino

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Stefano Accordini Il Fornetto Collezione Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore
Valpolicella Ripasso Classico, Italy · Corvina blend
€39
The steal
Close cousin
Cantele Riserva Salice Salentino
Salice Salentino, Italy · Red blend
€14 save €25

Tale of the taste

Stefano Accordini Il Fornetto Collezione Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore Cantele Riserva Salice Salentino
Body 8 vs 9 · +1 on the steal
Tannin 6 vs 6 · same
Acidity 5 vs 5 · same
Sweetness 5 vs 5 · same
Fruit 8 vs 8 · same

Five structure dials above — plus 13 flavour families weighed in the match behind the scenes.

Why it’s a dupe

Same dark-fruit coreSame fruit-first attitudeAbout 35% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €14 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

Prices are indicative — the retailer always has the last word.

Still want the splurge?

No judgment. Check prices for Stefano Accordini Il Fornetto Collezione Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore: Wine-Searcher · Vivino · Google Shopping

Price looks off?

Tell us and we will check it by hand.