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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG – Le Chiuse or Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione Gaiole – Ricasoli?
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.
ABrunello di Montalcino DOCG – Le Chiuse
Le Chiuse · Over €120
reliability high
167,75 € 189,02 €
BChianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione Gaiole – Ricasoli
Ricasoli · Over 120 €
reliability high
328,52 € 403,81 €
The verdict
Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione Gaiole – Ricasoli and Brunello di Montalcino DOCG – Le Chiuse neck and neck
8,1 versus 7,9: the gap is too small to separate them on the overall rating. The choice comes down to the criteria that matter to you, below.
Choose Brunello di Montalcino DOCG – Le Chiuse if…
- your budget matters: from €168 / btl, the lowest price in the head-to-head
Its weak point in this head-to-head: reconnaissance (8,1). Three named distinctions: 3 viti 2016, 5 grappoli Bibenda and James Suckling 90; the producer Le Chiuse is identified, which supports its reputation.
Choose Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione Gaiole – Ricasoli if…
- you prioritise reconnaissance (8,6 vs 8,1) : Three top-level distinctions: James Suckling 96, Wine Spectator 95 and Robert Parker 94, with the producer Ricasoli named.
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
Tosco's word
The Chianti Classico Gran Selezione from Ricasoli (8.1, €329) is for those who want a great Sangiovese for a table of several, with three scores of 94 to 96 and 22 months of aging. The 2018 Brunello di Montalcino from Le Chiuse (7.9, €168) suits those looking for a more affordable bottle that is easier to fit into a tight budget. Ricasoli takes the lead on recognition and winemaking, not on value for money, where both sit at 7.4.
Tosco only cites facts from this head-to-head: ratings, criteria, prices, amenities. Text calculated once, checked by the code.
Criterion by criterion
The 5 criteria of the score
Why these ratings?
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG –…Brunello di Montalcino DOCG appellation named, Sangiovese Grosso as sole grape variety, Montalcino zone specified: clear territorial grounding consistent with the described profile.
Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Se…Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione from Gaiole in Chianti, 100% Sangiovese from the vigneti del Castello di Brolio: designation and zone precisely named.
Why these ratings?
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG –…Three named distinctions: 3 viti 2016, 5 grappoli Bibenda and James Suckling 90; the producer Le Chiuse is identified, which supports its reputation.
Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Se…Three top-level distinctions: James Suckling 96, Wine Spectator 95 and Robert Parker 94, with the producer Ricasoli named.
Why these ratings?
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG –…1.5 L large format at €167.75 instead of €189.02, i.e. €83.88 per 75 cl: price consistent with a distinguished Brunello DOCG, without being a bargain.
Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Se…6 L large format at €328.52, i.e. €41.07 for the 75 cl, crossed-out price €403.81: consistent for a Gran Selezione rated 94–96.
Why these ratings?
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG –…Precise pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and serving temperature of 16-18°C indicated; aging potential is mentioned.
Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Se…Precise pairings (red meats, roasts, mushrooms, pasta al ragù), detailed aromatic profile and service indicated at 16–18 °C.
Why these ratings?
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG –…Le Chiuse estate named and located in Montalcino, steel fermentation, long maceration, aging of at least 5 years including 2 in wood: detailed practices.
Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Se…Ricasoli named and located at Castello di Brolio; steel fermentation at 24–27 °C, maceration 14–16 days, aging 22 months in 500 L casks, 30% new, plus 8 months.
Features
Price, estate, grape variety, vintage
What is written on the listing. “Not specified” is not “no”.
| Criterion | Brunello di Montalcino DOCG –… | Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Se… |
|---|---|---|
| Recorded price | 167,75 € | 328,52 € |
| Price per 75 cl | 83,88 € | 41,07 € |
| Estate | Le Chiuse | Ricasoli |
| Traveller rating | not specified | not specified |
| Reliability of our score | high | high |
| Color | Red | Red |
| Area | Montalcino | Chianti Classico |
| Price | More than 120 € | More than 120 € |
| Grape variety | Sangiovese | Sangiovese |
| Vintage | 2018 | 2022 |
| Estate | Le Chiuse | Ricasoli |
| Bottle or gift box | Wines | Wines |
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