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Abel Mendoza Monge Grano a Grano Graciano - Garnacha vs Palacios Remondo Rioja La Vendimia

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Abel Mendoza Monge Grano a Grano Graciano - Garnacha
Rioja, Spain · Tempranillo blend
€52
The steal
Close cousin
Palacios Remondo Rioja La Vendimia
Rioja, Spain · Tempranillo blend
€10 save €42

Tale of the taste

Abel Mendoza Monge Grano a Grano Graciano - Garnacha Palacios Remondo Rioja La Vendimia
Body 9 vs 7 · 2 less on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 6 vs 8 · +2 on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 8 vs 8 · same

Five structure dials above — plus 13 flavour families weighed in the match behind the scenes.

Why it’s a dupe

Same Tempranillo at heartSame Rioja postcodeSame fruit-first attitudeAbout 20% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €10 (checked Sep 2026) — check live prices:

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