Go to content
Hidden Tuscany

Duel · Wines · 4 addresses

Chianti Classico DOCG – Fontodi, Chianti Classico DOCG – Fattoria Carpineta Fontalpino, Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi ou Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi ?

Four 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.

Share
A

Chianti Classico DOCG – Fontodi

Fontodi · €30 to €60

8,0
Very goodHidden Tuscany Rating
reliability high

30,80 € 35,70 €

B

Chianti Classico DOCG – Fattoria Carpineta Fontalpino

Fattoria Carpineta Fontalpino · €15 to €30

8,0
Very goodHidden Tuscany Rating
reliability medium

16,69 € 20,17 €

C

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi

Frescobaldi · €60 to €120

8,1
Very goodHidden Tuscany Rating
reliability high

70,28 € 85,76 €

D

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi

Frescobaldi · €15 to €30

8,2
Very goodHidden Tuscany Rating
reliability high

22,55 € 24,47 €

The verdict

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi and Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi neck and neck

8,2 versus 8,1: 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 Chianti Classico DOCG – Fontodi if…

  • Fontodi is producing a 2021 Chianti Classico from Sangiovese, organic, awarded 90 points by Gambero Rosso, Veronelli, Bibenda and several other guides, sold at €30.80 instead of €35.70

Its weak point in this head-to-head: typicité & terroir (8,2). Chianti Classico DOCG, Chianti Classico zone in Tuscany, Sangiovese: appellation and grape variety named precisely, ruby color and red fruit consistent.

Choose Chianti Classico DOCG – Fattoria Carpineta Fontalpino if…

  • your budget matters: from €17 / btl, the lowest price in the head-to-head

Its weak point in this head-to-head: typicité & terroir (8,2). Chianti Classico DOCG, 100% Sangiovese, from the Castelnuovo Berardenga area near Siena: appellation and grape variety named precisely, with a consistent ruby-red profile.

Choose Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi if…

  • Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG from Frescobaldi, Sangiovese aged at least 24 months, awarded by Gambero Rosso, Veronelli, Bibenda and several international guides

Its weak point in this head-to-head: typicité & terroir (8,2). Chianti Rufina DOCG appellation and Rufina sub-zone named, Sangiovese as the sole grape variety, notes of red fruit, spice and balsamic consistent with the appellation.

Choose Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi if…

  • you prioritise typicité & terroir (8,9 vs 8,2) : 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 polyvalence à table (8,2 vs 7,8) : 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.

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 / 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

Chianti Classico DOCG – Fonto…Chianti Classico DOCG – Fatto…Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…
TypicityRecognitionValueVersatilityProducer
Typicity & terroir25 %editorial
8,2
8,2
8,2
8,9
Why these ratings?

Chianti Classico DOCG – Fonto…Chianti Classico DOCG, Chianti Classico zone in Tuscany, Sangiovese: appellation and grape variety named precisely, ruby color and red fruit consistent.

Chianti Classico DOCG – Fatto…Chianti Classico DOCG, 100% Sangiovese, from the Castelnuovo Berardenga area near Siena: appellation and grape variety named precisely, with a consistent ruby-red profile.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Chianti Rufina DOCG appellation and Rufina sub-zone named, Sangiovese as the sole grape variety, notes of red fruit, spice and balsamic consistent with the appellation.

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.

Recognition20 %editorial
8,4
8,1
8,6
7,7
Why these ratings?

Chianti Classico DOCG – Fonto…Three bicchieri, three Veronelli stars, four Bibenda grappoli, plus James Suckling, Robert Parker and Wine Spectator at 90: numerous, named distinctions.

Chianti Classico DOCG – Fatto…Three bicchieri, including three bicchieri in 2020: a high-level distinction from Gambero Rosso, placing this wine among the reference bottles of the appellation.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Three bicchieri, three Veronelli stars, four Bibenda grappoli, James Suckling 90 and 92, Robert Parker 90, Wine Spectator 91: several top-level distinctions.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…James Suckling 93 for 2020 and 92 for 2021; Frescobaldi is named, but no very high-level distinction is mentioned.

Value for money25 %editorial
7,6
7,6
7,8
7,6
Why these ratings?

Chianti Classico DOCG – Fonto…€30.80 instead of €35.70 for an award-winning Chianti Classico DOCG: price consistent with the appellation, without being clearly below its rank.

Chianti Classico DOCG – Fatto…At €16.69 instead of €20.17, a Chianti Classico DOCG distinguished with three bicchieri sits below the usual price for its rank.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Large 3 L format at €70.28 instead of €85.76, i.e. €17.57 per 75 cl: a price consistent with an award-winning DOCG riserva, without being markedly below its standing.

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.

Versatility at the table15 %editorial
7,8
7,8
7,6
8,2
Why these ratings?

Chianti Classico DOCG – Fonto…Precise pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), red fruit, spice and floral notes profile, and service at 16-18°C: easy to serve.

Chianti Classico DOCG – Fatto…Precise pairings (grilled or sauced red meats, aged cheeses, wild boar stew), service at 16-18 °C and aging potential of 10 to 15 years.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Specific pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and serving temperature of 16-18°C indicated; nothing about aging potential.

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.

Producer & winemaking15 %editorial
8,3
8,3
8,3
8,4
Why these ratings?

Chianti Classico DOCG – Fonto…Fontodi named and located between Greve and Panzano, organic mentioned, fermentation in stainless steel, maceration on the skins and aging of at least 12 months: practices detailed.

Chianti Classico DOCG – Fatto…Fattoria Carpineta Fontalpino named and located, organic farming, steel fermentation with maceration on the skins and aging of at least 12 months.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Named Frescobaldi, Nipozzano estate located in Rufina, steel fermentation, extended maceration and aging for at least 24 months specified.

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”.

CriterionChianti Classico DOCG – Fonto…Chianti Classico DOCG – Fatto…Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…
Recorded price30,80 € 35,70 €16,69 € 20,17 €70,28 € 85,76 €22,55 € 24,47 €
Price per 75 cl30,80 €16,69 €17,57 €22,55 €
EstateFontodiFattoria Carpineta FontalpinoFrescobaldiFrescobaldi
Traveller ratingnot specifiednot specifiednot specifiednot specified
Reliability of our scorehighmediumhighhigh
ColorRedRedRedRed
AreaChianti ClassicoChianti ClassicoChianti Rufina & PominoChianti Rufina & Pomino
Price€30 to €60€15 to €30€60 to €120€15 to €30
Grape varietySangioveseSangioveseSangioveseSangiovese
Vintage2021201920232020
EstateFontodiFattoria Carpineta FontalpinoFrescobaldiFrescobaldi
Bottle or gift boxWinesWinesWinesWines
Organic farming Yes Yesnot specifiednot specified
8,0
Chianti Classico DOCG – Fontodifrom €31 / btl
See the offer out of Bottle of Italy
8,0
Chianti Classico DOCG – Fattoria Carpineta Fontalpinofrom €17 / btl
See the offer out of Bottle of Italy
8,1
Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldifrom €70 / btl
See the offer out of Bottle of Italy
8,2
Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldifrom €23 / btl
See the offer out of Bottle of Italy

If you book or order through one of these links, we earn a commission, at no extra cost to you. The partner never influences the rating or the verdict.

Change an address

Other well-rated wines

8,4
Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCGFrescobaldi · from €15
Replace the last one
8,2
Morellino di Scansano DOCGFattoria dei Barbi · from €8
Replace the last one
8,1
Brunello di Montalcino DOCGFrescobaldi · from €109
Replace the last one
8,1
Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione GaioleRicasoli · from €329
Replace the last one
8,0
Brunello di Montalcino DOCGAntinori · from €54
Replace the last one
8,0
Brunello di Montalcino DOCGFattoria dei Barbi · from €36
Replace the last one

Alcohol abuse is dangerous for health, consume in moderation.

All wines
Agriturismo Activities Sleep Eat Plan Car