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Torre Zambra Villamagna Riserva vs Carpineto Chianti Classico

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Torre Zambra Villamagna Riserva
Villamagna, Italy · Sangiovese · Montepulciano
€49
Carpineto Chianti Classico
Chianti Classico, Italy · Sangiovese
€15 save €34

Tale of the taste

Torre Zambra Villamagna Riserva Carpineto Chianti Classico
Body 6 vs 6 · same
Tannin 6 vs 7 · +1 on the steal
Acidity 7 vs 8 · +1 on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 1 vs 6 · +5 on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Shared Sangiovese in the blendSame full-throttle bodyBone-dry, both of themAbout 30% of the price

Where to grab the steal

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

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