Catena Malbec vs San Marzano I Tratturi Negroamaro
Tale of the tape.
Tale of the taste
Catena Malbec
San Marzano I Tratturi Negroamaro
Body
8 vs 9 · +1 on the steal
Tannin
5 vs 5 · same
Acidity
5 vs 5 · same
Sweetness
4 vs 5 · +1 on the steal
Fruit
7 vs 9 · +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 full-throttle bodyAbout 33% of the price
Where to grab the steal
Typically around €6 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:
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