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d'Arenberg The Dead Arm Shiraz vs Errazuriz Max Reserva Syrah

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
d'Arenberg The Dead Arm Shiraz
McLaren Vale, Australia · Syrah
€45
The steal
Close cousin
Errazuriz Max Reserva Syrah
Aconcagua Valley, Chile · Syrah
€16 save €29

Tale of the taste

d'Arenberg The Dead Arm Shiraz Errazuriz Max Reserva Syrah
Body 10 vs 9 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Acidity 6 vs 5 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 4 vs 4 · same
Fruit 6 vs 6 · same

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same Syrah at heartSame fruit-first attitudeBone-dry, both of themAbout 36% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €16 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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