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Clemens Busch Riesling Trocken vs Ponte de Lima Loureiro

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Clemens Busch Riesling Trocken
Mosel, Germany · Riesling
€16
Ponte de Lima Loureiro
Vinho Verde, Portugal · Vinho Verde blend
€6 save €10

Tale of the taste

Clemens Busch Riesling Trocken Ponte de Lima Loureiro
Body 6 vs 4 · 2 less on the steal
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 9 vs 8 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 10 vs 10 · same

Five structure dials above — plus 13 flavour families weighed in the match behind the scenes.

Why it’s a dupe

Same fruit-first attitudeBone-dry, both of themSame firm grip of tanninAbout 37% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €6 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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