Barale Fratelli Sergio Barale Bussia Barolo vs Monte del Frá Valpolicella Classico Superiore Lena di Mezzo
Tale of the tape.
The splurge
Barale Fratelli Sergio Barale Bussia Barolo
€48
The steal
Same neighbourhoodMonte del Frá Valpolicella Classico Superiore Lena di Mezzo
€15
save €33
Tale of the taste
Barale Fratelli Sergio Barale Bussia Barolo
Monte del Frá Valpolicella Classico Superiore Lena di Mezzo
Body
7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin
8 vs 5 · 3 less on the steal
Acidity
9 vs 7 · 2 less on the steal
Sweetness
3 vs 4 · +1 on the steal
Fruit
5 vs 7 · +2 on the steal
Five structure dials above — plus 13 flavour families weighed in the match behind the scenes.
Why it’s a dupe
Same full-throttle bodyBone-dry, both of themSame fresh backboneAbout 32% of the price
Where to grab the steal
Typically around €15 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:
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