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Valdicava Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Madonna del Piano vs Castello Finoto Brunello di Montalcino

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Valdicava Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Madonna del Piano
2010 · Brunello di Montalcino, Italy · Sangiovese
€195
The steal
Dead ringer
Castello Finoto Brunello di Montalcino
Brunello di Montalcino, Italy · Sangiovese
€28 save €167

Tale of the taste

Valdicava Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Madonna del Piano Castello Finoto Brunello di Montalcino
Body 7 vs 7 · same
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 4 · +1 on the steal
Fruit 5 vs 6 · +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 Brunello di Montalcino postcodeSame full-throttle bodyAbout 14% of the price

Where to grab the steal

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

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