Cheaper alternatives to Benito Escudero Gran Reserva

Separated at birth. We found 3 dupes — same taste profile, same swagger, minus the prestige markup.

The splurge
Benito Escudero Gran Reserva
2011 · Rioja, Spain · Tempranillo blend
€23
The steal
Close cousin
Quinta de São Sebastião Janela Branca Special Selection
Lisboa, Portugal · Baga · Castelao
Same full-throttle body. Same firm grip of tannin. Same fresh backbone. About 40% of the price.
€9 save €14
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