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Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Tenuta Argentiera ou Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi ?
Two wines compared criterion by criterion with the editorial rating, the recorded price and the amenities. Verdict written by the code, based on the editorial team's justifications.
ABolgheri Superiore DOC – Tenuta Argentiera
Tenuta Argentiera · €60 to €120
reliability high
84,38 € 98,17 €
BChianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi
Frescobaldi · €15 to €30
reliability high
22,55 € 24,47 €
The verdict
Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi takes the lead
Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi scores 8,2/10, ahead of Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Tenuta Argentiera (7,6). Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG 2020 from Frescobaldi, Sangiovese from Rufina, rated 93 by James Suckling, at €22.55 instead of €24.47. The main reservation concerns unspecified characteristics such as organic, sulfite-free or vegan.
Choose Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Tenuta Argentiera if…
- you prioritise reconnaissance (8,6 vs 7,7) : Numerous named distinctions: 3 bicchieri (2010, 2011, 2018, 2019), 5 Bibenda grappoli, 3 Veronelli stelle, 4 viti, James Suckling 90, Robert Parker 90, Wine Spectator 90.
- you care about cabernet, merlot et sauvignon: amenities that only this listing mentions
Its weak point in this head-to-head: typicité & terroir (7,2). Appellation Bolgheri Superiore DOC named with the Bolgheri zone and a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc consistent with this coastal terroir.
Choose Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi if…
- you want the safest value in the duel: best overall score (8,2), level with or ahead on typicité & terroir, rapport qualité/prix et polyvalence à table
- you prioritise typicité & terroir (8,9 vs 7,2) : Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG, Rufina zone in Tuscany, Sangiovese only; the profile of red fruit, violet and balsamic notes is consistent with the appellation.
- you prioritise producteur & vinification (8,4 vs 7,3) : Frescobaldi is named; steel fermentation, long maceration, aging of at least 24 months and three months of aging in glass are specified.
- your budget matters: from €23 / btl, the lowest price in the head-to-head
Its weak point in this head-to-head: reconnaissance (7,7). James Suckling 93 for 2020 and 92 for 2021; Frescobaldi is named, but no very high-level distinction is mentioned.
Reliability high : ratings based on the file of each listing, not on a stay by our team · Ratings of the 20 October 2026 · Our rating method
Criterion by criterion
The 5 criteria of the score
Why these ratings?
Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Tenu…Appellation Bolgheri Superiore DOC named with the Bolgheri zone and a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc consistent with this coastal terroir.
Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG, Rufina zone in Tuscany, Sangiovese only; the profile of red fruit, violet and balsamic notes is consistent with the appellation.
Why these ratings?
Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Tenu…Numerous named distinctions: 3 bicchieri (2010, 2011, 2018, 2019), 5 Bibenda grappoli, 3 Veronelli stelle, 4 viti, James Suckling 90, Robert Parker 90, Wine Spectator 90.
Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…James Suckling 93 for 2020 and 92 for 2021; Frescobaldi is named, but no very high-level distinction is mentioned.
Why these ratings?
Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Tenu…At 84.38 € instead of 98.17 €, the crossed-out price is genuine and consistent with a Superiore appellation distinguished by 3 bicchieri and 5 grappoli.
Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…At €22.55 versus a crossed-out price of €24.47, this Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG 2020 rated 93 by James Suckling sits at a price consistent with its appellation.
Why these ratings?
Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Tenu…Precise pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), aromatic profile described (red fruit, spices, balsamic notes) and serving temperature indicated (16–18°C).
Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Precise pairings with red meats, game and aged cheeses; serving temperature of 16-18 °C and detailed profile (red fruit, spices, balsamic notes) facilitate the match.
Why these ratings?
Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Tenu…Producer named and located in Bolgheri, stainless steel vinification and wood aging of 12-24 months specified, but no detail on barrel type or manual harvesting.
Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Frescobaldi is named; steel fermentation, long maceration, aging of at least 24 months and three months of aging in glass are specified.
Features
Price, estate, grape variety, vintage
What is written on the listing. “Not specified” is not “no”.
| Criterion | Bolgheri Superiore DOC – Tenu… | Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –… |
|---|---|---|
| Recorded price | 84,38 € | 22,55 € |
| Price per 75 cl | 84,38 € | 22,55 € |
| Estate | Tenuta Argentiera | Frescobaldi |
| Traveller rating | not specified | not specified |
| Reliability of our score | high | high |
| Color | Red | Red |
| Area | Bolgheri & Etruscan Coast | Chianti Rufina & Pomino |
| Price | €60 to €120 | €15 to €30 |
| Vintage | 2018 | 2020 |
| Estate | Tenuta Argentiera | Frescobaldi |
| Bottle or gift box | Wines | Wines |
| Grape variety | not specified | Sangiovese |
| Cabernet | Yes | not specified |
| Merlot | Yes | not specified |
| Sauvignon | Yes | not specified |
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