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Baglio del Cristo di Campobello Lu Patri Nero d'Avola vs San Marzano Sud Primitivo - Merlot

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Baglio del Cristo di Campobello Lu Patri Nero d'Avola
Sicilia, Italy · Red blend
€30
The steal
Dead ringer
San Marzano Sud Primitivo - Merlot
Salento, Italy · Red blend
€9 save €21

Tale of the taste

Baglio del Cristo di Campobello Lu Patri Nero d'Avola San Marzano Sud Primitivo - Merlot
Body 9 vs 9 · same
Tannin 6 vs 6 · same
Acidity 5 vs 5 · same
Sweetness 5 vs 5 · 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

Shared Aglianico in the blendSame dark-fruit coreAbout 30% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €9 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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