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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG – Antinori ou Rosso di Montepulciano DOC – Antinori ?
Two wines (Antinori) 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 – Antinori
Antinori · 30 to 60 €
reliability high
53,69 € 67,89 €
BRosso di Montepulciano DOC – Antinori
Antinori · Less than 15 €
reliability medium
11,53 € 13,98 €
The verdict
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG – Antinori and Rosso di Montepulciano DOC – Antinori neck and neck
8,0 versus 7,8: 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 – Antinori if…
- you prioritise reconnaissance (8,4 vs 7,6) : Tre stelle Veronelli, 5 grappoli Bibenda, James Suckling, Robert Parker and Wine Spectator at 90: several high-level distinctions.
- you prioritise typicité & terroir (8,2 vs 7,8) : Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Sangiovese Grosso alone, named Montalcino zone: reference appellation expressed with precision.
Its weak point in this head-to-head: rapport qualité/prix (7,6). €53.69 instead of €67.89 for a multi-award-winning 2019 Brunello: consistent, even favorable, price for this level.
Choose Rosso di Montepulciano DOC – Antinori if…
- you prioritise rapport qualité/prix (8,2 vs 7,6) : At €11.53 (crossed-out price €13.98) for a Rosso di Montepulciano from Antinori and distinguished, the price remains moderate for this rank.
- your budget matters: from €12 / btl, the lowest price in the head-to-head
Its weak point in this head-to-head: reconnaissance (7,6). Two named distinctions: 2 stars Veronelli and 90 Wine Spectator, with a renowned producer (Antinori, origins 1385): above a simple mention.
Reliability high / medium : 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?
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG –…Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Sangiovese Grosso alone, named Montalcino zone: reference appellation expressed with precision.
Rosso di Montepulciano DOC –…Rosso di Montepulciano DOC appellation and the Montepulciano area named, Sangiovese (Prugneto Gentile) consistent; ruby color and red fruit notes, cherry and flowers match.
Why these ratings?
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG –…Tre stelle Veronelli, 5 grappoli Bibenda, James Suckling, Robert Parker and Wine Spectator at 90: several high-level distinctions.
Rosso di Montepulciano DOC –…Two named distinctions: 2 stars Veronelli and 90 Wine Spectator, with a renowned producer (Antinori, origins 1385): above a simple mention.
Why these ratings?
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG –…€53.69 instead of €67.89 for a multi-award-winning 2019 Brunello: consistent, even favorable, price for this level.
Rosso di Montepulciano DOC –…At €11.53 (crossed-out price €13.98) for a Rosso di Montepulciano from Antinori and distinguished, the price remains moderate for this rank.
Why these ratings?
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG –…Precise pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and serving at 16-18°C: table use well framed.
Rosso di Montepulciano DOC –…Precise pairings (grilled red meats, salumi, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and service at 16-18 °C; nothing on aging potential.
Why these ratings?
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG –…Antinori named, Pian delle Vigne estate located in Montalcino, fermentation in steel, long maceration and aging of at least five years.
Rosso di Montepulciano DOC –…Antinori estate named and located in Montepulciano, steel vinification with skin maceration and aging of 6 to 12 months specified; organic not mentioned.
Features
Price, estate, grape variety, vintage
What is written on the listing. “Not specified” is not “no”.
| Criterion | Brunello di Montalcino DOCG –… | Rosso di Montepulciano DOC –… |
|---|---|---|
| Recorded price | 53,69 € | 11,53 € |
| Price per 75 cl | 53,69 € | 11,53 € |
| Estate | Antinori | Antinori |
| Traveller rating | not specified | not specified |
| Reliability of our score | high | medium |
| Color | Red | Red |
| Area | Montalcino | Montepulciano |
| Price | €30 to €60 | Under €15 |
| Grape variety | Sangiovese | Sangiovese |
| Vintage | 2019 | 2023 |
| Estate | Antinori | Antinori |
| Bottle or gift box | Wines | Wines |
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