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Castello di Montepó Sassoalloro Oro vs Argiolas Perdera Monica di Sardegna

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Castello di Montepó Sassoalloro Oro
Toscana, Italy · Red blend
€34
The steal
Close cousin
Argiolas Perdera Monica di Sardegna
Monica di Sardegna, Italy · Red blend
€12 save €22

Tale of the taste

Castello di Montepó Sassoalloro Oro Argiolas Perdera Monica di Sardegna
Body 6 vs 9 · +3 on the steal
Tannin 6 vs 6 · same
Acidity 6 vs 5 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 5 · +2 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 firm grip of tanninSame fresh backboneSame fruit-first attitudeAbout 34% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €12 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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