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Bodegas Faustino V Reserva vs Domodo Primitivo

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Bodegas Faustino V Reserva
Rioja Alavesa, Spain · Tempranillo blend
€13
Domodo Primitivo
Puglia, Italy · Primitivo
€5 save €8

Tale of the taste

Bodegas Faustino V Reserva Domodo Primitivo
Body 7 vs 7 · same
Tannin 7 vs 5 · 2 less on the steal
Acidity 7 vs 5 · 2 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 5 · +2 on the steal
Fruit 5 vs 10 · +5 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 bodySame firm grip of tanninSame fresh backboneAbout 38% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €5 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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