Bodegas Ximénez-Spínola Varietal Fermentacion Lenta vs Bosco del Merlo Pietris Friulano
Tale of the tape.
The splurge
Bodegas Ximénez-Spínola Varietal Fermentacion Lenta
€39
Tale of the taste
Bodegas Ximénez-Spínola Varietal Fermentacion Lenta
Bosco del Merlo Pietris Friulano
Body
8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin
1 vs 1 · same
Acidity
7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness
5 vs 5 · same
Fruit
5 vs 8 · +3 on the steal
Five structure dials above — plus 13 flavour families weighed in the match behind the scenes.
Why it’s a dupe
Bone-dry, both of themSame firm grip of tanninSame full-throttle bodyAbout 38% of the price
Where to grab the steal
Typically around €15 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:
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