Go to content
Hidden Tuscany

Duel · Wines · 3 addresses

Carmignano DOCG – Tenuta di Artimino, Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione Gaiole – Ricasoli ou Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi ?

Three 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

Carmignano DOCG – Tenuta di Artimino

Tenuta di Artimino · €15 to €30

7,3
GoodHidden Tuscany Rating
reliability medium

17,57 € 19,77 €

B

Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione Gaiole – Ricasoli

Ricasoli · Over 120 €

8,1
Very goodHidden Tuscany Rating
reliability high

328,52 € 403,81 €

Our verdict
C

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi

Frescobaldi · €15 to €30

8,4
Very goodHidden Tuscany Rating
reliability high

15,37 € 18,60 €

Add a 4e listing1 free place

The verdict

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi takes the lead

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi scores 8,4/10, ahead of Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione Gaiole – Ricasoli (8,1) et Carmignano DOCG – Tenuta di Artimino (7,3). Frescobaldi Chianti Rufina Riserva at 90% Sangiovese, named Rufina subzone, awarded Tre Bicchieri and aged a minimum of 24 months, at €15.37. Limitations: 10% Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, and organic status not specified.

Choose Carmignano DOCG – Tenuta di Artimino if…

  • you care about canaiolo: the only listing in the head-to-head to mention it

Its weak point in this head-to-head: reconnaissance (6,0). No award or guide mentioned; the producer Tenuta di Artimino is named but no distinction is attested in the texts.

Choose Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione Gaiole – Ricasoli if…

  • you prioritise producteur & vinification (8,4 vs 7,9) : 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.

Its weak point in this head-to-head: rapport qualité/prix (7,4). 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.

Choose Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi if…

  • you want the safest value in the duel: best overall score (8,4), level with or ahead on typicité & terroir, reconnaissance et rapport qualité/prix
  • you prioritise rapport qualité/prix (8,4 vs 7,4) : €15.37 for a Chianti Rufina Riserva awarded Tre Bicchieri, with a crossed-out price of €18.60: clearly below the usual price for this tier.
  • you prioritise typicité & terroir (8,6 vs 8,2) : Rufina subzone named as DOCG, Sangiovese at 90% with Malvasia Nera and Colorino, galestro soil described: a clear Tuscan anchor, but 10% Merlot and Cabernet.
  • you care about merlot, colorino et malvasia: amenities that only this listing mentions

Its weak point in this head-to-head: producteur & vinification (7,9). Frescobaldi named in Rufina, steel fermentation, wood aging and minimum 24 months specified; neither hand harvesting nor organic certification indicated.

Reliability medium / 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

Carmignano DOCG – Tenuta di A…Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Se…Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…
TypicityRecognitionValueVersatilityProducer
Typicity & terroir25 %editorial
7,6
8,2
8,6
Why these ratings?

Carmignano DOCG – Tenuta di A…Carmignano DOCG named, Carmignano area specified, blend of Sangiovese-Cabernet Sauvignon-Canaiolo consistent with the appellation; profile of red fruit, spice, balsamic notes.

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.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Rufina subzone named as DOCG, Sangiovese at 90% with Malvasia Nera and Colorino, galestro soil described: a clear Tuscan anchor, but 10% Merlot and Cabernet.

Recognition20 %editorial
6,0
8,6
8,6
Why these ratings?

Carmignano DOCG – Tenuta di A…No award or guide mentioned; the producer Tenuta di Artimino is named but no distinction is attested in the texts.

Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Se…Three top-level distinctions: James Suckling 96, Wine Spectator 95 and Robert Parker 94, with the producer Ricasoli named.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Tre Bicchieri, 4 grappoli Bibenda, 3 stelle Veronelli, plus scores of 90 to 92 from Suckling, Parker and Wine Spectator: high recognition.

Value for money25 %editorial
7,4
7,4
8,4
Why these ratings?

Carmignano DOCG – Tenuta di A…At €17.57 (crossed-out price €19.77) for a Carmignano DOCG, the price remains moderate for the appellation described, with no distinction or riserva mention.

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.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…€15.37 for a Chianti Rufina Riserva awarded Tre Bicchieri, with a crossed-out price of €18.60: clearly below the usual price for this tier.

Versatility at the table15 %editorial
7,8
7,8
8,1
Why these ratings?

Carmignano DOCG – Tenuta di A…Specific pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and serving temperature indicated at 16-18 °C; nothing about aging potential.

Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Se…Precise pairings (red meats, roasts, mushrooms, pasta al ragù), detailed aromatic profile and service indicated at 16–18 °C.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Pairs with red meats, game and aged cheeses, red fruit and spice profile, served at 16-18 °C: easy to match this riserva.

Producer & winemaking15 %editorial
7,7
8,4
7,9
Why these ratings?

Carmignano DOCG – Tenuta di A…Estate named and located in Carmignano, steel fermentation and wood aging of 12 to 18 months specified; neither hand harvesting nor organic mentioned.

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.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Frescobaldi named in Rufina, steel fermentation, wood aging and minimum 24 months specified; neither hand harvesting nor organic certification indicated.

Features

Price, estate, grape variety, vintage

What is written on the listing. “Not specified” is not “no”.

CriterionCarmignano DOCG – Tenuta di A…Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Se…Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…
Recorded price17,57 € 19,77 €328,52 € 403,81 €15,37 € 18,60 €
Price per 75 cl17,57 €41,07 €15,37 €
EstateTenuta di ArtiminoRicasoliFrescobaldi
Traveller ratingnot specifiednot specifiednot specified
Reliability of our scoremediumhighhigh
ColorRedRedRed
AreaCarmignano & PratoChianti ClassicoChianti Rufina & Pomino
Price€15 to €30More than 120 €€15 to €30
EstateTenuta di ArtiminoRicasoliFrescobaldi
Bottle or gift boxWinesWinesWines
Grape varietynot specifiedSangiovesenot specified
Vintagenot specified20222023
Sangiovese Yesnot specified Yes
Cabernet Yesnot specified Yes
Canaiolo Yesnot specifiednot specified
Sauvignon Yesnot specified Yes
Merlotnot specifiednot specified Yes
Colorinonot specifiednot specified Yes
Malvasianot specifiednot specified Yes
7,3
Carmignano DOCG – Tenuta di Artiminofrom €18 / btl
See the offer out of Bottle of Italy
8,1
Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione Gaiole – Ricasolifrom €329 / btl
See the offer out of Bottle of Italy
8,4
Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldifrom €15 / 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

8,2
Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCGFrescobaldi · from €23
Add to duel
8,2
Morellino di Scansano DOCGFattoria dei Barbi · from €8
Add to duel
8,1
Brunello di Montalcino DOCGFrescobaldi · from €109
Add to duel
8,1
Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCGFrescobaldi · from €70
Add to duel
8,0
Brunello di Montalcino DOCGAntinori · from €54
Add to duel
8,0
Brunello di Montalcino DOCGFattoria dei Barbi · from €36
Add to duel

Alcohol abuse is dangerous for health, consume in moderation.

All wines
Agriturismo Activities Sleep Eat Plan Car